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SBAR ANSWER SHEET
1. Approximately 98,000 hospitalized patients die each year as a result of
medical errors. Communication failure has been found to be the root
cause in _____ of these errors.
A. 90%
B. 70%
C. 45%
D. 15%
2. Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A. A. Standardization and structured communication usually leads to
communication barriers.
B. Communication barriers are sometimes caused by cultural
differences in authority, gender, and race.
C. All healthcare providers have similar communication styles.
3. Non-physician team members often use detailed, descriptive narratives.
A. True
B. False
4. The SBAR model …
A. is an effective and efficient way to communicate.
B. closes the gap between differing communication styles.
C. standardizes communication by using four common elements.
D. All of the above
5. In the following situation, indicate which portion of the SBAR model is
described:
Dr. Ross, this is Mary caring for your patient Mrs. Sanchez. She is
complaining of a new onset of severe abdominal pain.
A. S - Situation
B. B - Background
C. A - Assessment
D. R - Recommendation
6. No preparation is required when using the SBAR model of communication.
A. True
B. False
