Nursing Handover Note (HEADS-UP Format)
H – History: Admission reason, diagnosis, relevant past history. E – Examination: Latest vitals, clinical findings, pain score. A – Assessment: Current condition (stable/critical/improving). Key risks (falls, infection, isolation). D – Drugs: Medications given, next due, allergies. S – Situation: Ongoing treatments (IV fluids, oxygen, drains, catheters). U – Updates: Pending labs, investigations, consults. P – Plan: Monitoring required, nursing interventions, special instructions.
