Good times to fill in forms are during the ward round, when writing in patients' notes or when you are checking each patient's blood results. Having forms ready saves time. The discharge summary is a sheet or electronic form that junior doctors write for patients to take to their general ...
discharge summaryelectronic formselectronic medical recordpaperworkprescription formsick noteAs doctors communicate with many people through forms and notes, it is important that they contain clear information. The most important part of paperwork is writing clear, legible patient notes. And the most ...
1 patient was referred for post mortem so was excluded here. GPs were informed of death via discharge summaries or telephone conversations. Overall it was documented that 78% (68/87) GPs were informed of the patient's death. Summaries were completed within 1 working day of death for 60.9% ...