Q15 (Observation Log)
- Observation Log table: in this table, you will be able to view logs and add new logs for patients.
- Date: this displays the date for which the log is set on.
- Types of log: this shows the three types of logs that can be added such as patient behavior, staff intervention, and staff initials.
- Time: The top of the table will show the time for the log.
- Colored boxes: these will show the observation log that was submitted for that time. Each color represents the type of log submitted.
- Staff initials box: this shows the staff's initials that were submitted for that time.
- Filter Dates: the arrows will take you to the next or previous dates.
- Print Log: this button allows you to print the entire log for the date indicated.
Adding a Log
Once you click on an empty box an observation log table will open to add any new logs.
- Adding a log: you can add a log by clicking on an empty white box under the applicable time and type of log needed.
- Patient information: this displays the patient's information for which the log is being added.
- Log time: log time will automatically default to the one selected when clicking on an empty box in the observation log table.
- Staff initials: initials for staff performing the log can be added here.
- Patient Behavior: you can add this log by selecting from the drop-down menu the type of patient behavior that is observed. The other section is a free text box that allows you to add any other observations not added in the drop-down menu.
- Staff Intervention: you can add this log by selecting from the drop-down menu the type of staff intervention that is needed. The other section is a free text box that allows you to add any other type of staff interventions not added in the drop-down menu.
- Notes: free text box that allows you to enter any additional notes related to the observation log that will be submitted.
- Save/Cancel: this allows you to save and submit the log or cancel.