Intalere discusses rapid response preparedness with Erin Sparnon, an engineer with the Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority. Rapid response preparedness hinges on three factors: first, rapid access to functioning equipment and up-to-date supplies; second, knowledgeable and trained staff to manage the clinical emergency; and third, after systems are in place, maintaining a state of readiness to manage a clinical emergency at any time. The Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority’s website is www.patientsafetyauthority.org.