Quick Reference Guide to Standardized Hospital Plain Language. State of Louisiana

This statewide framework supports Louisiana hospitals in shifting from traditional emergency color codes to standardized plain language alerts. Its purpose is to strengthen safety, reduce confusion, and ensure staff, patients, and visitors clearly understand emergency communications. Note: Access the Louisiana Hospital Association and Board of Trustees Position Statement (April 2, 2019) here: https://lha-foundation.org/common/Uploaded%20files/EP/Plain%20Language%20Policy%20Stmt%20-%20FINAL.pdf.