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Table 1 Medical emergency team call criteria or triggers

From: Why don't hospital staff activate the rapid response system (RRS)? How frequently is it needed and can the process be improved?

Airway

Respiratory Distress

Threatened Airway

Breathing

Respiratory Rate > 30 breaths per minute

Respiratory Rate < 6 breaths per minute

Oxygen Saturation <90% on oxygen

Circulation

Blood Pressure < 90 mmHg despite treatment

Pulse Rate > 130 beats per minute

Neurology

Decreased level of consciousness

Fitting

Other

Concerned

Need of treatment & prompt help

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