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Code Blue

"Code Blue" is a hospital term that indicates a patient needs immediate medical attention due to life-threatening conditions, such as cardiac arrest or respiratory failure. When a "Code Blue" is announced, a specialized medical team quickly responds to provide urgent resuscitation and advanced care. The alert helps ensure rapid, coordinated action to increase the patient's chances of recovery. It is a standardized emergency signal used across healthcare facilities to mobilize necessary resources swiftly.