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Hospital handover

Template for a clear report

When you hand over the patient the staff needs the most important quickly and clearly. A fixed structure ensures you remember everything even when under pressure.

§It must be included

  • 01Who the patient is and what happened
  • 02What you have observed — vital values and findings
  • 03What you have treated and given
  • 04How the patient has developed over time
  • 05What the hospital should be aware of