Hill M G, Fieselmann J F, Nobiling H E, O'Neill P S, Barry-Walker J, Dwyer J, Kobler L
Medsurg Nurs. 1995 Aug;4(4):289-95.
A physician-nurse collaborative team developed and implemented a research-based protocol and algorithm for improving vital signs monitoring and early intervention for at-risk patients. Project evaluation showed that in general the protocol and algorithm were used appropriately and consistently and prevented negative patient outcomes.
