What Steps Should Nurses Take When Rapid Changes are Detected?
When rapid changes are detected, nurses should: 1. Assess: Quickly assess the patient to determine the severity of the condition. 2. Alert: Notify the appropriate healthcare team members immediately, including physicians and rapid response teams. 3. Intervene: Administer necessary interventions such as oxygen, medications, or initiating CPR if required. 4. Document: Record all findings, actions taken, and the patient's response to interventions in the EHR. 5. Reassess: Continuously monitor the patient to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and watch for further changes.
