Which navigator should be used to admit a patient to an inpatient unit after surgery?

Using the Post Op Admit navigator is essential for admitting a patient to an inpatient unit after surgery. This navigator is specifically designed to streamline the admission process for patients transitioning from the operating room to an inpatient setting. It includes vital documentation, tracking of postoperative care, and ensures that any necessary follow-up orders or monitoring protocols are established according to the surgical procedure performed.

This navigator features commonly used pathways for post-operative care, including vital sign monitoring, pain management plans, and specific orders tailored to postoperative recovery. Overall, it provides a specialized framework that supports a cohesive transition of care and maintains patient safety.

Other navigators, such as Consult, Orders Activity, and Patient Review, serve different purposes in the clinical workflow, making them less suitable for the specific task of admitting a postoperative patient. While a Consult navigator might be used for referring patients to specialists, an Orders Activity navigator is typically for handling various medical orders, and a Patient Review navigator is focused on ongoing assessments and reviews of patient status rather than admission processes. Thus, the Post Op Admit navigator is the ideal choice in this context.