Basic Observations Flashcards
1
Q
What does NEWS stand for?
A
National early warning score
2
Q
What 7 things does NEWS include?
A
Heart rate Respiratory rate Systolic blood pressure Temperature Level of consciousness Supplemental O2 Oxygen Saturations
3
Q
What score is equivalent to low medium and high clinical risk?
A
1-4 is low
5-6 is medium
7 plus is high
4
Q
What two things might you need to consider with NEWS?
A
Respiratory conditions e.g COPD (use the type 2 for these patients)
Drugs being used for treatment e.g. morphine will cause much more drowsiness and reduce alertness
5
Q
What are some symptoms of low blood pressure?
A
Fainting
Loss of colour
Loss of vision (black spots etc)
Dizziness
6
Q
What are some symptoms for high blood pressure?
A
Red face
Headaches
Nose bleed
Increased heart rate
7
Q
What is the difference between essential and secondary high blood pressure?
A
Essential is lifestyle led
Secondary is caused by medical condition
