What is a Code blue?

The Code Blue and its procedures

Daniil Mclaughlin, Staff Writer

October 22, 2023

AT MAST Academy, there are procedures in place in the events of different emergencies. A lesser known code at MAST is a Code Blue.

A Code Blue is any medical emergency that demands immediate attention. A common misconception about a Code Blue is that it is only for cardiac arrests, however any health issue lead constitutes a code blue. Examples include seizures and respiratory issues.

During this time, CPR certified staff leave their positions and go to the incident cite. All other students and faculty are to hold in their rooms until told otherwise.

Knowing the different response protocols at MAST and being vigilante on which code to call can save a life in a health-related crisis.

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About the Contributor

Daniil Mclaughlin, Staff Writer

Daniil Mclaughlin a sophomore and a swimmer at MAST Academy on Virginia Key. Daniil enjoys listening to hip-hop and house music. Some of his favorite artists include Kanye, Drake, J Cole, Mf Doom, Metro Boomin, Childish Gambino, and Tyler the Creator. He enjoys biking, boating, rowing, and swimming. He’s on the MAST Academy swim team and he goes rowing at Miami Rowing Club next door to the school. He was born in Boca Raton, Florida and joined MAST last year. “What I like about Mast is how it’s right on the beach and how big the school is,” Mclaughlin said. "I also like how nice all the teachers are.” When asked why he chose journalism he expressed how curious he was about what this class entailed and what they did.