Developing and evaluating a trigger response system.
Based on its experience in implementing a rapid response system, a Level III trauma medical center recommends that other organizations (1) involve key stakeholders in the development process, (2) develop an awareness campaign, (3) hardwire the trigger response process, (4) develop quality success measures and metrics, and (5) implement a pilot and make data-driven changes accordingly.
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Kristina
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Critical Care Services, Brookwood Medical Center, Birmingham, Alabama, USA. Kris.Cherry@tenethealth.com
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Jackie
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Esleck
Sue
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Ivory
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Logan
Regina
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Ward
John
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D003422:Critical Care / Q000379:methods / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006786:Hospitals, Urban; D006801:Humans; D033181:Information Dissemination; D019982:Organizational Case Studies; D010348:Patient Care Team / Q000458:organization & administration*; D015144:Southeastern United States