In keeping with Federal HIPAA regulations, no information regarding patients may be released unless parental consent is given. An authorized spokesperson is permitted to release one-word conditions and are defined as follows:

• GOOD: Vital signs are stable and within normal limits. Patient is conscious, and comfortable. Indicators are favorable.
• FAIR: Vital signs are stable and within normal limits. Patient is conscious, but may be uncomfortable. Indicators are favorable.
• SERIOUS: Vital signs may be unstable and not within normal limits. Patient may be unconscious. Indicators are questionable.
• CRITICAL: Vital signs are unstable and not within normal limits. Patient may be unconscious. Indicators are unfavorable.