When calling for emergency help, nurses should be prepared to provide:
- Patient Identification: Name, age, and medical record number if available. - Location: Exact room number or location within the facility. - Nature of Emergency: Clear description of the problem, such as "patient in respiratory distress" or "patient unresponsive." - Vital Signs: Any available information on the patient's vital signs, like heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation. - Interventions Already Taken: Any actions already performed, such as medication administration or CPR.
