Hi All,
Our team is seeking guidance regarding display standards for Clinical Observations. Specifically, around Vitals. E.g., Respiratory Rate, Blood Pressure, Heart Rate, O2 Saturation.
The HL7 FHIR model is a helpful framework for defining the data structure of these vitals, but we are looking for some direction on displaying the information in a consistent way.
Blood pressure is an example where the context of the measurement has a bearing on the clinical observation.
Systolic: 120, 140, 200
Diastolic: 80, 100, 110
BodySite: Left Arm, Right leg.
Position: Lying, Sitting, Standing
Which could render as.
120/80, Left Arm, sitting,
Respiratory Rate is another.
Rate: 26 breaths/minute
Pattern: Regular, Irregular,
Depth: Normal depth of breathing, Slow shallow breathing, Hyperventilation
Activity: At Rest, Active
Which could render as:
26 breaths/minute, Regular, Hyperventilation, At Rest
Are there any standards bodies that provide guidance on display standards for Vitals?
Thanks,
Dave