Table 1.

Description of frequently used support systems and tools

Support system or tool	Meaning	Description
Measuring vital signs	-	The most common vital signs used to assess patients are blood pressure, pulse rate, oxygen saturation, respiratory rate, body temperature, and level of consciousness [12, 13].
ABCDE	Airway, breathing, circulation, disability, exposure	A systematic approach that is used to promptly evaluate and manage patients with life-threatening conditions by prioritizing airway, breathing, circulation, disability, and exposure [14].
PEHA	Physical examination and health assessment	A systematic method for assessment, based on four fundamental pillars of examination methodology: inspect, percuss, palpate, and auscultate [15].
NEWS2	National Early Warning Score 2	An aggregated scoring system, where the six physiological vital signs give scores depending on how far from normal status they are. The total score indicates the patient’s clinical status and the need for follow-up [16].
ISBAR	Introduction, situation, background, assessment, recommendations	A framework for communication, especially used in acute situations. It systematizes information, making it structured, focused, and concise [17].