What's new in Resus at IRH?
- In conjunction with the library service, we have developed Resuscitation current awareness bulletins that contain new published research / articles available. The link to the list of bulletins is:
www.nhsggc.org.uk/content/default.asp?page=s716_1_61
Improving response in emergencies-
- All our emergency trolleys across IRH have been replaced with smaller, lightweight and more robust units. In addition, all oxygen cylinders now have a suction unit built in too that will make better suction available in all departments.
- ALL calls should be made via the 2222 number to summon the Resuscitation Team for a patient that is peri-arrest and also to "fast-page" an individual.
Early Warning Scoring (EWS)
We have established a system at IRH known as Early Warning Scoring or EWS in an attempt to track the progress of patients in wards and to act as a trigger system when patient physiology becomes deranged in order to seek help earlier.
This system relies entirely on all staff recording patient observations accurately and often, charting them on the EWS chart and counting the score.
If you would like more information regarding EWS or are unsure in it's use, please contact the Hospital at Night Coordinator, Steven McDowall or the Resuscitation Officer, Tony Miller