MEWS Scoring System
Short course
Inhouse
Description
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Type
Short course
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Methodology
Inhouse
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Duration
1 Day
Suitable for: Healthcare professionals working in any environment which utilises the MEWS scoring system.
Reviews
Teachers and trainers (1)
Robert Haywood
Course Tutor
Lecturer in Critical Care, Msc Advanced Nurse Practice
Course programme
Introduction
Utilisation of the MEWS scoring system (Modified Early Warning Score), is now the recommended assessment of vital signs. The aim of these systems is to identify patients at risk / deteriorating status which triggers an immediate response through scoring points for abnormal physiological values.
Theory surrounding its development will be explained and clarified to underpin its utilisation in the clinical arena. The day incorporates a practical workshop to consolidate theoretical delivery.
Course Content
- Background & aims
- Governmental policies
- Independent Healthcare Sector
- Evidence base
- MEWS observation chart and group work
- Summary and conclusion
MEWS Scoring System