Validating the Queensland Adult Deterioration Detection System (Q-ADDS): Summary of findings

The overarching aim of this study was to examine the effectiveness of the Q-ADDS to detect adult clinical deterioration within Queensland Hospital and Health Services and to identify the socio-cultural factors influencing health professional compliance with the use of Q-ADDS. To achieve this, we employed a mixed methods approach that included a retrospective chart review, a quantitative survey (closed and open-ended responses) and a qualitative component using interviews.