Question

A 45-year-old man is admitted with suspected sepsis from a urinary tract source. His NEWS2 score is 7 on admission. According to NEWS2 guidance, what is the most appropriate response to this score?

Accepted Answer

High-level emergency response with immediate senior assessment

Answer

Continue routine ward observations only

Answer

Review within 4 hours by junior doctor

Answer

Urgent clinical review within 60 minutes in a monitored environment

Answer

No specific response as NEWS2 applies only to respiratory disease

Practice question

A 45-year-old man is admitted with suspected sepsis from a urinary tract source. His NEWS2 score is 7 on admission. According to NEWS2 guidance, what is the most appropriate response to this score?