Worked Walkthrough: EMS Handoff Script

Thirty-second handoff to professional responders AHRQ TeamSTEPPS SBAR The common trap is doing the visible task first while delaying the time-critical task: call, pressure, compressions, or handoff. S. Situation “This is Dana, 52, chest pressure started at 10:35 in conference room B; she is awake and breathing.” Start with identity, location, main problem, and current status. B/A. Background and assessment “She reports pressure radiating to left arm, looks pale, no injury, no medications given by us.” Observed facts and patient-reported symptoms are useful; diagnosis is not required. R. Request “I can get her emergency contact and keep the hallway clear.”…

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