Report Sheet SBAR

Report Sheet SBAR


Prepared by: [Your Name], RN


I. Situation

Date: August 27, 2050
Time: 10:30 AM

Patient Name: Emily Thompson
Patient ID: 458739

Location: [Your Company Name] Medical Facility, Room 204
Contact Person: Dr. John Adams, Lead Physician

Summary: Emily Thompson, a 47-year-old female, was admitted with acute abdominal pain. Initial assessment revealed severe discomfort in the lower right quadrant with associated nausea and fever.


II. Background

Medical History:

Condition

Details

Hypertension

Diagnosed in 2018

Type 2 Diabetes

Managed with medication

Appendectomy

Performed in 2006

Current Medications:

Medication

Dosage

Frequency

Metformin

500 mg

Twice daily

Lisinopril

10 mg

Once daily

Ibuprofen

400 mg

As needed

Recent Lab Results:

Test

Result

Normal Range

CBC

Elevated WBC count

4.5-11.0 x10^9/L

CRP

5.2 mg/L

< 3.0 mg/L

Liver Function Tests

Within normal limits

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III. Assessment

Clinical Findings:

  • Severe tenderness in the lower right abdomen.

  • Elevated body temperature at 38.5°C.

  • Increased white blood cell count and C-reactive protein levels.

Possible Diagnosis:

  • Acute appendicitis with possible secondary infection.

  • Consideration of other differential diagnoses such as ovarian cysts or diverticulitis.

Current Status:

Emily's condition has not improved with initial treatment and requires further diagnostic imaging and possible surgical intervention.


IV. Recommendation

Immediate Actions:

  1. Order CT Scan: Request an abdominal CT scan to confirm the diagnosis and assess the extent of any inflammation or infection.

  2. Consultation: Refer to General Surgery for evaluation of potential appendectomy.

  3. Pain Management: Administer IV analgesics as needed for severe pain.

  4. Monitor Vital Signs: Increase the frequency of monitoring to every 30 minutes until the condition stabilizes.

Follow-Up:

  • Re-evaluate patient status post-imaging and surgical consultation.

  • Adjust treatment plan based on surgical findings and diagnostic results.

Contact: Dr. John Adams at [Your Company Email] or [Your Company Number] for immediate concerns or updates.

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