How To Write A Narrative Report To The Vest Machine

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Hi,

This morning the vest machine was found outside the patient’s room on 4 north.

It was also reported that they let you know the patient was going home.

Please ensure that you bring down equipment once our patients are D/C to help us keep track of our equipment and to have ready for next patient. This will help us deliver excellent care.

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