S (Situation)

Brief Description: Summarize the current situation or status of the patient. Example: "Handoff report for patient [PATIENT NAME] in room [ROOM NUMBER]. Patient is stable post-op."

B (Background)

Relevant History: Provide essential medical history, recent events, and care plan updates. Example: "Patient [PATIENT NAME], aged [AGE], underwent [PROCEDURE] yesterday. No significant changes since admission."

A (Assessment)

Current Assessment: Outline the nurse's assessments and observations. Example: "Vital signs stable, pain level 2/10, wound site clean and dry."

R (Recommendation)

Action/Recommendation: Suggest actions or interventions for the incoming nurse. Example: "Continue with post-op care protocol. Monitor for any signs of infection. Notify physician if pain worsens."