SBAR is a convenient tool to use when notifying physicians of a change in patient condition. In which of the following situations could it also be appropriately used?
a. Communication with radiology scheduling
b. Communication with case manager
c. Transferring patient
d. Change of shift report
e. Rapid response team (RRT)
ANS: C, D, E
Options C, D, and E are circumstances in which the SBAR tool of communication can be used effectively. Options A and B are not necessarily appropriate circumstance for the use of SBAR.
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