Code Pink
What is Code Pink?
Missing child
What is the difference between a tornado watch and warning?
Warning
Tornado is happening or imminent. Take shelter!
Watch
Tornado is possible
What is Code Purple?
Domestic Disturbance
What is Code Blue?
Medical Emergency
How many times is the name of the missing child announced over head?
3
Careforce Policy: HS-EOC 4-12
Where do you take an upset parent?
To a quiet place away from lobby and other patients
What are signs of Code Blue?
*Shock
*Deteriorating patient
*Allergic reaction
*Difficulty breathing
*Change in medical status
Upon locking down the facility what two things need to take place?
1. Doors to the already searched area need to be closed
2. A person needs to be stationed at each door leading to the outside
What actions are to be taken in the event that a tornado watch is issued? Hint: 8 actions
*Prepare for loss of utilities
*Gather flashlights
*Secure blankets, coats and sheets for protection
*Pull blinds and drapes
*Close office doors
*Stay clear of windows
*Determine which pts need to be moved to protected areas
*Be aware of weather conditions
What do you do for other patients and families in the area during a Code Purple?
Ensure their safety
What number do you call for additional medial help at Satellite locations?
Call 9-911
What happens if a child is not found?
Staff could vocalize calling 911
What actions are required after a tornado warning is issued? Hint: 6 actions
*Overhead announcement made regarding "under warning for tornado"
*All staff are informed
*Patients and staff relocated to the closest safest area between fire doors and away from exterior walls and windows
*Consider patients who can not be moved
*Patients and staff provided with coats, jackets, sheets to protect them from flying glass.
*Exam equipment and necessary paper work moved to where patients and staff have been relocated
How would you de-escalate the situation?
*Listening
*Giving parent helpful feedback and asking parent what they can do
*Call for help if needed
*Call 911 if the situation warranted
The staff member in charge appoints members of the staff to? Hint: 3 responsibilities
1. Respond to site with Code Blue equipment
2. Notify leadership of Code Blue
3. Staff stationed at entrance to assist EMS with location of Code Blue
What 2 reports needs to be completed at the end of the event?
1. ONS report
2. Report of event for safety committee
What do you do for patients that cannot be moved?
*All blinds and door to room closed
*Any non patient occupants of the room instructed to sit on the floor away from glass areas
What actions are required following a Code Purple?
*Report of event for safety committee
*ONS report
Name some emergency equipment and it's location found in O&P
*PPE
*Blood pressure monitor
*AED
*CPR