SBAR is a reporting tool that can be used to organize information about the situation in a clear and concise manner.
SBAR stands for:
Situation: Briefly describe the incident.
Background: Important information about the resident that connects to the incident (e.g., health condition(s), possible reasons for the fall).
Assessment: Observations of the incident, resident and surroundings as well as any associated injuries.
Recommendation: Suggestions related to the incident (e.g., further assessment, transfer to the hospital).