Handover Flashcards
1
Q
Introduction
A
Introduce yourself and break the ice - ‘how was your evening?’
2
Q
Patients
A
How many to handover
3
Q
Situation
A
Patient details
Patient location
Major problem at the moment
4
Q
Background (admission and history)
A
Admission details: date, reason, treatments
PMH
Any other relevant aspect of history
5
Q
Assessment
A
Vital signs
Examination findings
Investigations received / pending
Management so far
6
Q
Recommendations
A
Diagnosis / differentials
Management plan and outstanding jobs
7
Q
Summarise and close
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