Abstract

This presentation gives you reflections from the Netherlands and UK on the use and implementation of track and trigger scores for recognising clinical deterioration for patients experiencing acute illness, which can be complex. Literature and experience show that the "professional gaze" is just as important in recognising clinical deterioration.

Description

45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.

Author Details

A. M. R. Angyal, BSN, RN, Universitair Medisch Centrum Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands; Desiree Tait, DNSc, RN, NMC, Faculty of Human and Health Sciences, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Sigma Membership

Rho Chi at-Large

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

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Research Approach

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Keywords:

Track and Trigger Score, Deterioration, Recognising

Conference Name

45th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2019

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Reflections on the Use of Track and Trigger Scores for Recognising Clinical Deterioration

Washington, DC, USA

This presentation gives you reflections from the Netherlands and UK on the use and implementation of track and trigger scores for recognising clinical deterioration for patients experiencing acute illness, which can be complex. Literature and experience show that the "professional gaze" is just as important in recognising clinical deterioration.