Table 4.

Perceived benefits by Group.

Benefits Reported	Groups Interviewed
	Leadership	RRTM	RRTU
Organizational Benefits
Promoting positive patient outcomes such as decreased length of stay and unanticipated ICU admission.	+++	++	++
Promoting organizational outcomes such as quality of care and patient safety	+++	+++	+++
Enhance patient perception of care	+++	+++	+++
Reduce cost	+++	++	++
Improve patient and staff satisfaction	+++	-	-
Staff Benefits
Getting expert help	+++	+++	+++
RRTU learning: Gaining knowledge, skills, and expertise	++	+++	++
Supporting end-users	+++	+++	+++
Patient Benefits
Early recognition and intervention	+++	++	++
Better patient care	++	++	+++
Enhanced patient safety	++	++	+++

Notes. (+) = Degree to which theme emerged during interviews with a higher number of (+) indicating the topic was mentioned more often in interviews compared to other groups. (-) = Theme did not emerge during interviews. ICU = Intensive Care Unit; RRTM = Rapid Response Team Member; RRTU = Rapid Response Team End-user.