Recognising and Responding to Clinical Deterioration

Recognising and Responding to Clinical Deterioration is organized by Ausmed Education Pty Ltd.

Last updated: 06 Aug 2024
Published: 05 Aug 2024
Due for review: 29 Aug 2026

Description:
Serious adverse events like cardiac arrest or respiratory depression often follow noticeable physiological and clinical irregularities. By recognising these signs early and responding appropriately, we can save lives.

This Ausmed Course equips healthcare professionals with comprehensive knowledge about acute deterioration, including an understanding of the National Safety and Quality Health Service’s (NSQHS) Recognising and Responding to Acute Deterioration Standard, identifying deterioration using early warning systems (EWS) and track-and-trigger charting, and explains best practices for emergency protocols and communication when responding to deteriorating patients.

What you'll learn:

• Confidently and accurately summarise the three essential steps required for recognising and responding to acute deterioration.
• Differentiate the use of vital signs and early warning scores (EWS) in identifying and predicting potential clinical deterioration.
• Describe the tiered escalation protocols and their significance in managing deteriorating patients.
• Apply appropriate communication strategies upon recognition, when escalating care and during a response to clinical deterioration.
• Justify the benefits of debriefing in enhancing patient care, team collaboration, and the overall quality of healthcare delivery.

Topics:

• Deterioration
• Documentation
• Clinical Assessment
• Emergency
• Communication
• Intensive Care
• Critical Care
• Patient Safety
• Standards
• Diagnostic Tools
• Teamwork