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You notice a patient's NEWS2 score has gone up. What do you do?
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What a strong answer includes
- Stay within your scope — escalate, don't diagnose.
- Repeat the obs, recheck position/cuff, then tell the nurse immediately.
- Use SBAR-style handover even as an HCA.
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