Escalation triggers and expected responses in obstetric early warning systems used in UK consultant-led maternity units

Escalation triggers and expected responses in obstetric early warning systems used in UK consultant-led maternity units

Background: The use of obstetric early warning systems (OEWS) are recommended as an adjunct to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality. The aim of this review was to document the variation in OEWS trigger thresholds and the quality of information included within accompanying escalation protocols. Me...

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Main Authors: James Cheshire, David Lissauer, Will Parry-Smith, Aurelio Tobias, Gary B. Smith, Richard Isaacs, Vanora Hundley
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2021-03-01
Series:Resuscitation Plus
Subjects:
Maternal health
Patient safety
Early warning systems
Patient escalation
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666520420300618

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