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Rapid response systems in the Netherlands.

Ludikhuize J, Hamming A, de Jonge E, Fikkers BG. Jt Comm J Qual Patient Saf. 2011;37:138-149.

Nearly 80% of Dutch hospitals have implemented a rapid response system in some form, although the structure and function of the team varies across hospitals.

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