Early Warning Score
A Tool Used To Identify Patients At Risk For Clinical Deterioration Based On Vital Signs.

Rapid Response Team
A Group Of Clinicians Activated When A Patient Shows Early Signs Of Deterioration.

Telemetry Alarm
An Alert Triggered By Abnormal Cardiac Rhythm During Telemetry Monitoring.

Humidified Oxygen
Oxygen Delivered With Added Moisture To Prevent Drying Of Airways During Oxygen Therapy.

Postural Drainage
A Component Of Chest Physiotherapy That Uses Positioning To Drain Lung Secretions.

Chest Physiotherapy
A Technique Used To Loosen Secretions In The Lungs, Often Used In Patients With Respiratory Distress.

Respiratory Assessment
A Nursing Evaluation Of Breathing, Lung Sounds, And Oxygen Saturation.

Peak Flow Meter
A Device Used To Measure Airflow In Patients With Asthma During Respiratory Assessment.

Asthma Exacerbation
A Sudden Worsening Of Asthma Symptoms Requiring Bronchodilators And Oxygen Therapy.

Epinephrine Administration
A Life Saving Intervention Used To Treat Anaphylaxis And Severe Asthma Exacerbations.