The list
Formal Definition
The team's patient census - a printed or digital document with every patient, their room, diagnosis, and to-do items.
How It's Used on the Ward
"Check the list" or "Update the list" - the central document that runs your day.
Example
"Intern: "I updated the list with overnight events. Mr. Johnson in 412 spiked a fever; labs are pending.""
Clinical Context
You will carry the list in your pocket all day. Some teams print it, some use Epic. Keeping the list current is often a student job.
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