Emergency code color standardization: implementation without traumatization
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Published on: March 29, 2019
Vicky A Keys1, Melissa Selzler
1Medical/Surgical/Orthopedic and Renal Units, PeaceHealth St John Medical Center, Longview, Washington 98632, USA. vkeys@peachealth.org
Abstract:
An emergency code call for a life-threatening cardiovascular emergency may be identified differently between facilities. Nurses and physicians who work secondary jobs or for temporary agencies may find themselves in the position of misunderstanding emergency code calls. The miscommunication of an emergency could easily result in a life-threatening situation for patients and staff. Therefore, the need for standardization is crucial. This article describes an entertaining education plan to assist with implementing standardization facility wide.
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