Categorisation of additional comments
| Category | Number of comments |
|---|---|
| MET, medical emergency team. | |
| It is reassuring to have the MET as back-up when managing sick patients | 52 |
| The MET improves outcome or prevents deterioration | 28 |
| MET calls are required because of doctor inexperience or poor management | 23 |
| I have been criticised or fear criticism for making a MET call | 14 |
| The MET teaches me how to manage sick patients | 10 |
| MET calls are required because of poor nursing management | 8 |
| I have not been involved in a MET call | 7 |
| The MET staff are friendly, patient, and approachable | 7 |
| The MET helps establish a management plan for unwell patients | 6 |
| I would consult others (registrar other nurse)before making a MET call | 5 |
| Decision to make a MET call depends on how sick the patient is | |
| Item 5 | 46 |
| Item 6 | 25 |
| Item 10 | 6 |
| Item 16 | 14 |
| Item 5 poorly worded | 4 |