Audit standard | Baseline | 3 months |
---|---|---|
Accuracy of recorded NEWS | 91% | 98% |
Appropriate escalation of raised NEWS to critical care outreach nursing team | 9% | 34% |
Appropriate escalation of raised NEWS to medical team | 36% | 61% |
Adjustment of observation frequency in relation to previous NEWS | 36% | 53% |
Documentation of urine output | 12% | 30% |
Registered nurse signature for each recorded NEWS | 13% | 43% |
Documented escalation plan | 40% | 73% |