NEWS Flashcards
1
Q
Why is it important to have a national document?
A
To standarise national data
It is a validated system
Increased familiarity with systems
Speaking the same language between health boards
2
Q
What are the 6 physiological parameters for NEWS?
A
Respiration rate Oxygen saturation Systolic BP Pulse rate Level of consciousness or NEW confusion Temperature
3
Q
If an observation falls on the line of the NEWS chart should it be calculated as having the higher or lower score?
A
Lower
