SBAR/DARP

Question 1

SBAR?

Answer 1

situation, background, assessment, recommendation

Question 2

Situation

Answer 2

• major concern

- name/title/role

Question 3

Background

Answer 3

• pertinent history
• events leading up
• medication
• mental status
• general appearance
• oxygenation
• vitals
• diagnosis
• any performed procedures

Question 4

Assessment

Answer 4

• what do you believe the problem may be

- “i’m not sure what the problem is but patient is deteriorating”

Question 5

Recommendation

Answer 5

• what do you need from the physician or charge nurse

- “please come to room ___ to assist me”