Successful use of a rapid response team in the pediatric oncology outpatient setting

In a clinic setting, the RRT, in conjunction with the ICU intensivist, succesfully treated a septic patient with fluid resuscitation and a vasoactive medication, and subsequently facilitated a quick transport to a higher level of care. St. Jude Children's Research Hospital's successful use of the RRT in the clinic setting suggests that RRTs can be used to improve patient outcomes across the spectrum of inpatient as well as outpatient hospital settings. Our experience suggests that RRTs can be beneficial in filling a gap in patient safety in outpatient clinics.