FDAR/ Focus Charting

Question 1

What is F-Dare/Focus charting?

Answer 1

• A problem-oriented approach that focuses on client-specific treatment goals
• Achieved through subjective and objective data, pt’s goal and response

Question 2

(F) Focus

Answer 2

• Records the reason for seeking Rx

Question 3

(D) Data

Answer 3

• Records subjective and objective data from the session

- How long has pain has gone for?

Question 4

(A) Action

Answer 4

• Records the actions taken during treatment session and goal for patient
  - Home exercises programs, proper lifting techniques

Question 5

(R) Response

Answer 5

• How did the client respond to the actions referred (programs and techniques)
  - “Pt reports to tolerate given home exercises and pain has improved from 7/10 to 3/10”

Question 6

(E) Evalutation

Answer 6

• Discuss with OT/PT to determine to continue with the patient plan
  - OTA/PTA is not responsible to fill out this part