title: Standardizing Handoff Communication: Content Analysis of 27 Handoff Mnemonics.
abstract: This study synthesizes information contained in 27 mnemonics to identify what information should be communicated during a handoff. Clustering and content analysis resulted in 12 primary information clusters that should be communicated. Given the large amount of information identified, it would be beneficial to use a structured handoff communication tool developed using a participatory approach. In addition, we recommend local standardization of information communicated during handoffs with variation across settings.
authors: Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Armstrong Institute for Patient Safety and Quality, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland (Drs Nasarwanji and Gurses); and Koc University, School of Nursing, Nisantasi, Istanbul, Turkey (Dr Badir).
authors: Mahiyar F
authors: MF
authors: Nasarwanji
authors: Aysel
authors: A
authors: Badir
authors: Ayse P
authors: AP
authors: Gurses
mesh_terms: D003142:Communication; D003266:Continuity of Patient Care / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D007858:Learning; D062209:Patient Handoff / Q000592:standards*; D010360:Patient Transfer / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards; D013647:Task Performance and Analysis