Get Infectious Disease Progress Note

Filling out the Infectious Disease Progress Note accurately is crucial for patient care and record-keeping. This guide provides a clear and user-friendly approach to completing the form, ensuring all necessary information is captured effectively.

Follow the steps to complete the Infectious Disease Progress Note.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to access the Infectious Disease Progress Note and open it for editing.
2. Enter the date of the note in the designated field to document when the assessment was performed.
3. Fill in the patient name and room number to ensure that the note is correctly associated with the individual receiving care.
4. In the 'Subjective' section, provide detailed information about the patient’s complaints, symptoms, and any relevant history.
5. List any current problems or diagnoses in the 'Problem List' section, ensuring you highlight key issues for the healthcare team.
6. Document vital signs accurately, including temperature, respiratory rate, heart rate, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure.
7. Indicate whether the patient is intubated and, if so, provide the relevant ventilator settings.
8. Note any allergies the patient has to ensure medication safety.
9. Complete the 'Today’s ABG' and 'I/O' sections, including any details about fluid balance and urine output.
10. Conduct and document the physical exam findings in detail, covering general status, neurological assessment, respiratory checks, cardiovascular health, abdominal details, and extremity observations.
11. Record medications, including antimicrobial treatments, and confirmation of adequate inspiratory effort.
12. Document the status of central lines, including the date of insertion.
13. Include any relevant culture results, labs, and radiology findings as part of the patient's record.
14. In the 'A/Plan' section, outline the assessment and any planned interventions or treatment strategies.
15. Ensure both fellow and attending physician signatures are provided at the designated spots to validate the note.
16. Once all fields are completed, save your changes, and consider downloading, printing, or sharing the form as necessary.

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