SBAR handover

Question 1

what does SBAR stand for

Answer 1

situation
background
assessment
recommendation

Question 2

situation - content

Answer 2

Identify yourself the site/unit you are calling from

Identify the patient by name and the reason for your report

Describe your concern

describe the specific situation about which you are calling, including the patient’s name, patient location, and vital signs

Question 3

background - content

Answer 3

Pc
HPc
PMHx
DHx

Question 4

assessment - content

Answer 4

OBS
examination
Ix
Mx

Clinical impressions, concerns

You need to think critically when informing the doctor of your assessment of the situation

Question 5

recommendation - content

Answer 5

Finally, what is your recommendation?

what would you like to happen by the end of the conversation with the physician?