SBAR Note

Template structure

This is the structure Notat follows when it writes the note from the visit — you never fill it in by hand.

Situation:
(hyphenated list)
- [Your name and role]
- [Patient name, age, gender]
- [Current location/unit]
- [Reason for communication or main concern]

Background:
(hyphenated list)
- [Relevant medical history]
- [Recent procedures, admissions, or events]
- [Current medications and allergies]
- [Pertinent social or family history if relevant]

Assessment:
(hyphenated list)
- [Current vital signs with units] (e.g., HR: #, BP: #, T: #, RR: #, O2 sats: #%)
- [Physical exam findings or relevant observations]
- [Summary of clinical status or changes]
- [Relevant investigation results]

Recommendation:
(hyphenated list)
- [Suggested actions or interventions]
- [Requests for orders, consults, or changes in management]
- [Need for review or follow-up]
- [Any other recommendations or clarifications needed]