During which emergency situation does a Code Blue get activated?

A Code Blue is specifically activated in response to a medical emergency involving a patient experiencing cardiac or respiratory arrest. This code signals to the healthcare team that immediate resuscitation efforts are required. The term "Code Blue" is recognized across hospitals and medical facilities to initiate a rapid response team trained in advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) protocols.

In situations of cardiac or respiratory arrest, every second is critical, and a Code Blue ensures that all necessary personnel are mobilized promptly to provide the required emergency care. The team typically includes physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other professionals who can contribute to stabilizing the patient.

Other emergencies, such as fires, infant abductions, and bomb threats, invoke different codes or protocols designed to address those specific situations. Fire emergencies would follow fire safety protocols, while incidents of infant abduction would typically involve security measures and law enforcement. Similarly, bomb threats would engage specific safety and evacuation procedures rather than a Code Blue response centered on medical crises.