BTF Observations must routinely be performed every 4 hours as a minimum for paediatric patients. In the event where observations are being performed more frequently, nurses are to document this change on the BTF Observation Chart.
- Click BTF Observation Chart from the Menu
- Click Frequency
- Select the appropriate Prescribed Frequency of Observations from the drop down:
every 15 minutes; every 30 minutes; 1 hourly or 2 hourly.
- Enter the Rationale for the Variation to Frequency of Observations
This is mandatory and requires a minimum of 20 characters - Enter the name of the Authorising Medical Officer (AMO), alternatively click the magnifying glass to search for the AMO or tick ‘Use attending doctor’
- Click the green tick to sign off the form
- The set Frequency of Observations will be displayed and the button is displayed blue
- Any changes to the prescribed frequency of observations will be displayed in the table below
Review the Variation to Frequency of Observations
- Click the Frequency button
- Review the History – Prescribed Frequency of Observations table
- Click Reset to Standard Frequency of Observations to revert to 4 hourly BTF Observations if appropriate
- Repeat steps listed above to make a Variation to Frequency of Observations
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