Understanding the enablers and barriers to implementing a patient-led escalation system: a qualitative study (20 June 2024)

Summary

The management of acute deterioration following surgery remains highly variable. Patients and families can play an important role in identifying early signs of deterioration it can be difficult for them to effectively contribute to escalation of care. This article looks at a process evaluation of the RESPOND quality improvement programme—Rescue for Emergency Surgery Patients Observed to uNdergo acute Deterioration. It identifies enablers and barriers to the implementation of patient-led escalation systems found during the programme.