Question

A 72-year-old woman in hospital is found to have a NEWS2 score of 8 (based on tachycardia, hypotension and hypoxia). She is increasingly drowsy and family members are concerned she is deteriorating. According to NEWS2 and sepsis guidance, what is the most appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Escalate urgently to senior medical staff and critical care outreach using an ABCDE assessment

Answer

Review within the next 4 hours on the next ward round

Answer

Start oral antibiotics and monitor on the ward

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Arrange a routine outpatient appointment after discharge

Answer

Increase her regular medications and document in the notes only

Practice question

A 72-year-old woman in hospital is found to have a NEWS2 score of 8 (based on tachycardia, hypotension and hypoxia). She is increasingly drowsy and family members are concerned she is deteriorating. According to NEWS2 and sepsis guidance, what is the most appropriate immediate action?