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SBAR Nursing Template

A one-page SBAR worksheet for calls to providers and focused handovers, with a read-back and outcome section.

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Price
Free, no sign-up
Format
Printable page, save as PDF (US Letter or A4)
Sections
Call details, S: Situation, B: Background, A: Assessment, R: Recommendation, Outcome

How to use this template

  1. Have the record, recent vitals and medication list in front of you before calling.
  2. State the situation in one or two sentences.
  3. End with a clear recommendation or request.
  4. Record the response and read back any orders.

Learn the format

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