What documentaion would you need to complete regarding an accident such as a skin tear resident that was caused during transfer from bed shower chair?
1. Incident Report
* Complete an incident report form immediately after the accident occurs.
* The incident report should include the following information:
* Date and time of the accident
* Location of the accident
* Names of the resident involved and any witnesses
* Description of the accident
* Any injuries that occurred
* Actions taken to address the accident
2. Medical Record Documentation
* The resident's medical record should be updated to include the following information:
* Description of the accident and any injuries
* Treatment provided
* Follow-up care instructions
3. Photographs
* Take photographs of the accident scene and any injuries.
* These photographs can be used to document the accident and help determine how it occurred.
4. Witness Statements
* Obtain statements from any witnesses to the accident.
* These statements can help to corroborate the resident's account of what happened.
5. Expert Testimony
* In some cases, it may be necessary to obtain expert testimony from a healthcare professional to help determine how the accident occurred.
* This testimony can be used to support the resident's claim for damages.