SBAR Handoff Communication Form
Use this form to ensure clear, structured patient handoff using the SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) method.
Patient Full Name
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First Name
Last Name
Patient Date of Birth
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Month
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Day
Year
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
Date
Date and Time of Handoff
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Month
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Day
Year
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
Date
Hour Minutes
AM
PM
AM/PM Option
Handoff From (Your Name)
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First Name
Last Name
Handoff To (Receiving Staff Name)
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First Name
Last Name
Situation: Reason for Handoff / Chief Complaint
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Background: Relevant Medical History
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Current Medications
Allergies
Assessment: Recent Vital Signs
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Assessment: Clinical Findings
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Recommendation: What actions or monitoring are needed?
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Additional Notes or Instructions
Submit Handoff
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