Get Wa Dshs 13-783 2017-2026

The WA DSHS 13-783 form is essential for documenting pressure injuries as part of care assessment. This guide will support you in accurately completing the form online, ensuring that all pertinent information is recorded for effective communication and care management.

Follow the steps to complete the WA DSHS 13-783 online effectively.

1. Select the ‘Get Form’ button to retrieve the form and open it in your document editor.
2. In the client information section, enter the client name, client ACES ID, date of birth, and client provider one ID. Ensure all details are accurate to facilitate proper processing.
3. Describe the pressure injury in the designated fields: enter the pressure injury number, location description (using the pictorial diagram provided in form 13-780), and pressure injury classification. Select the appropriate staging option.
4. Measure the wound dimensions. Input the length and width in centimeters, and provide a visual estimate of the depth.
5. Indicate the presence of tunneling and undermining. If applicable, describe these conditions in the provided text fields.
6. Assess the wound exudate percentage. Choose one of the saturation options and select the appropriate description for the type of wound exudate.
7. Document the state of the wound bed by selecting the correct descriptions such as granulation, slough, or necrotic. Include any additional comments as necessary.
8. Evaluate and document the presence of odors associated with the wound, providing a description if applicable.
9. Rate the pain experienced by the patient using the provided scale from zero to ten, recording this information clearly.
10. Describe the condition of the surrounding skin, selecting relevant descriptors like erythema, edema, and warmth. Add comments as needed.
11. Finally, the registered nurse should sign and date the form, print their name, and provide post-pressure injury assessment recommendations within the designated section.
12. Once all sections have been completed, save your changes, and download or print the form for submission or sharing, as necessary.

Complete and submit your WA DSHS 13-783 form online to ensure accurate and timely documentation of pressure injuries.