ISBARR Communication Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is ISBARR?

A therapeutic, detailed, consistent way to communicate with other health care professionals.

What do the letters 'ISBARR' stand for?

Identify, Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation, Read back

What does 'Identify' entail in ISBARR?

State name and title.

What should be stated in the 'Situation' part of ISBARR?

I am working with pt x in room x bed x. Signup and view all the answers

What information is included in the 'Background' section of ISBARR?

Admitting diagnosis and admission date, relevant medical history, brief overview of relevant treatment. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Assessment' refer to in ISBARR?

Salient assessment data, most current vital signs, comparison of current assessment/vital signs to previous ones. Signup and view all the answers

What is entailed in the 'Recommendation' part of ISBARR?

What needs to be done, frequency of assessment, lab tests or medication changes, patient care goals/discharge needs. Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'Read back' in ISBARR?

Restate the message received, clarify frequency of vital signs/assessments, under what circumstances additional information should be provided. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

ISBARR Overview

ISBARR is a structured communication tool used among healthcare professionals for clear and consistent information exchange.
Enhances therapeutic communication, leading to improved patient care and safety.

Components of ISBARR

I - Identify: State your name and title to establish authority and clarify communication.
S - Situation: Indicate the patient you are working with, including room and bed number to ensure clear context.
B - Background: Provide key details such as:
- Admitting diagnosis and admission date.
- Relevant medical history.
- Brief overview of treatment received that pertains to current care.
A - Assessment: Share critical information regarding:
- Salient assessment data relevant to the patient's condition.
- Most current vital signs and abnormalities noted.
- Comparison of current assessments/vital signs with previous data.
R - Recommendation: Convey your professional opinion on:
- Required actions or necessary interventions (e.g., frequency of assessments).
- Suggested lab tests or medication changes.
- Patient care goals, including discharge needs and plans.
R - Read Back: Confirm understanding by:
- Restating the message received for clarity.
- Clarifying the frequency of monitoring vital signs and/or assessments.
- Outlining circumstances under which more information or further reporting is needed.

Description

Test your knowledge of the ISBARR communication framework with these flashcards. Learn what each letter represents and how to effectively communicate in a healthcare setting. Perfect for healthcare professionals looking to improve their communication skills.