The NEWS2 is based on a simple aggregate scoring system in which a score is allocated to physiological measurements, already recorded in routine practice, when patients present to, or are being monitored in hospital. … See more

At the time NEWS2 guidance was published, we had already piloted digital eOBS based on our local MEWS standard, and were using paper MEWS charts on our other wards. The digitisation was put in hold until it … See more

For our initial MEWS pilot we had developed an eform that can capture the clinical observations (eOBS), calculate the aggregate score and display the clinical guidance. As our in-house eforms solution is fully confi… See more

The digital NEWS2 chart was developed in parallel to support the transition from the paper NEWS2 charts to a fully digital system. The objective was to mirror the official NEWS2 chart as closely as possible to enable u… See more

The NEWS2 observations and scores are recorded in our EPR. We use these data to show ward lists including the latest scores and when the next set of observations are due. We also indicate if the nurse is concerned … See more