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ModerateEmergencyDeteriorating patient – NEWS2uk-plab-1

A 68-year-old man is found collapsed at home. On arrival his airway is patent, breathing is normal and pulse is 120 beats/min but his NEWS2 score is 6 based on tachycardia, hypotension and new confusion. According to NEWS2 guidance, what is the appropriate level of response?

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