1
Q
SBAR?
A
situation, background, assessment, recommendation
2
Q
Situation
A
- major concern
- name/title/role
3
Q
Background
A
- pertinent history
- events leading up
- medication
- mental status
- general appearance
- oxygenation
- vitals
- diagnosis
- any performed procedures
4
Q
Assessment
A
- what do you believe the problem may be
- “i’m not sure what the problem is but patient is deteriorating”
5
Q
Recommendation
A
- what do you need from the physician or charge nurse
- “please come to room ___ to assist me”
