Code Red”, “Code Blue”, “Code Black” – especially for fans, one may wonder what these definitions actually mean. TV hospital dramas.
Technically, there is no formal definition of a code, but physicians often use the term as a technical term to describe a cardiac arrest that occurs in a patient in the clinic. a hospital For codes, physicians use this terminology as a technical term to refer to a cardiopulmonary arrest that occurs in a patient in a clinic or outpatient clinic and require a medical team (sometimes referred to as a coding team) to come to a specific area. Immediately begin CPR.
Each hospital Alternatively, the hospital has the opportunity to decide how it wants to operate and to inform its staff of possible emergencies. Almost all institutions use colors (Code Red, Code Blue, etc.) to indicate certain types of emergencies. Code Red and Code Blue are definitions commonly used to indicate cardiopulmonary arrest, but other types of emergencies (such as bomb threats, acts of terrorism, kidnapping, or global casualties) may also have code designations. A color, number, or other symbol may follow the code announcement and qualify the emergency story image.
Some hospitals Some people announce emergencies through deafening communication systems, while others simply alert key personnel through pager systems. Furthermore, the use of the term “code” to indicate the occurrence of an emergency is not limited to medical practices. Other agencies, such as office buildings, high schools, and municipalities, can use codes to alert staff to an emergency situation.
There is no usual definition or agreement on the use of codes. However, Code Blue often refers to cardiac arrest. hospitals It does not have to mean the same thing everywhere. But even if you have no doubts about the meaning of the messages you hear, remember that all messages mean the following hospital or facility has its own policies and standards for notifying staff of emergencies, and physicians and staff are trained to recognize these messages and respond appropriately.
About Us
Family Medicine
In 2024 our team of doctors and nurses provide a comprehensive range of family planning services. Our doctors have expertise in antenatal care, preconception planning, and STD checks. Contraceptive advice including Mirena and Implanon insertion is available.
- Early detection of illness;
- Family planning;
- Promotion of healthy lifestyle;
- Skin cancer checks;
- Sports injuries;
- Weight reduction;
- Workers compensation and third party.
Children's Health
Baby Weighing Service. Babies can be booked with our Nurse for weighing, a doctors appointment is not required to use this service. Contact reception for a appointment to have your baby weighed.
Immunisations. At Tuggeranong Square children's immunisation is regarded an important part of your childs health care. Our doctors take immunising children very seriously. and to ensure all children are immunised Tuggeranong Square Medical Practice doctors BULK BILL for all childhood immunisations. Tuggeranong Square Medical Practice also ensures the Practice Nursing Staff are highly trained in childhood immunisations.
Women's Health
Our practice is dedicated to treating a wide spectrum of women’s health concerns. We offer pre-natal, antenatal and postnatal care, contraceptive options, pap screening, and preventative health care advice. We provide assistance, advice and support through all stages of life, recognising the many issues many women may face from adolescence through to the peri and post-menopausal period.
- Cervical Screening tests;
- Reproductive health. Including Mirena and Implanon insertion;
- Shared antenatal care.
Men's Health
We encourage men to present routinely to their GP to discuss all aspects of their health. We provide comprehensive advice and support for men to address the prevention and management of various health conditions. This may include assessments for cardiovascular risk, diabetes, cancer prevention, mental health assessments, STD screening, sports injuries and the importance of sleep as it relates to other areas of health.
- Preventative Healthcare. Including cardiovascular screening, mental health and cancer checks;
- Prostate examination.
