Shift Report SBAR
Shift Report SBAR
I. Situation
The shift from 0800 to 1600 hours on August 25, 2050, was overseen by Nurse Alice Johnson. The primary focus of the shift was to manage routine patient care, administer scheduled medications, and respond to emergent situations. There was a notable increase in patient intake during this period, with several high-acuity cases admitted.
II. Background
The unit has been experiencing a surge in patient admissions due to a recent increase in influenza cases. The average daily census has risen by 20% over the past week. The staffing levels for this shift were adjusted to accommodate the increased patient load, with Nurse Alice Johnson working alongside Nurse Ethan Rivera.
III. Assessment
During this shift, the following observations were made:
Patient Census:
|
Patient Status |
Count |
|---|---|
|
Stable |
15 |
|
Critical |
4 |
|
Under Observation |
6 |
Medications Administered:
|
Medication Type |
Count |
|---|---|
|
Antibiotics |
35 |
|
Pain Relief |
25 |
|
Antipyretics |
12 |
Emergent Situations:
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Two patients required immediate intervention for severe respiratory distress.
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One case of suspected sepsis was identified and treated accordingly.
Staffing Efficiency:
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Nurse Alice Johnson efficiently managed the increased workload, with minimal delays in medication administration and patient rounds.
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Nurse Ethan Rivera provided additional support in critical areas, significantly improving patient care outcomes.
IV. Recommendation
It is recommended that additional staff be scheduled for future shifts to better manage the increased patient volume. Enhanced training on rapid response techniques should be provided to address high-acuity cases more effectively. Coordination with the hospital’s intake department is also suggested to ensure that patient admissions are streamlined to prevent overcrowding.
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