How can a nurse document time spent intervening on an order?

Creating a new I-vent is the appropriate method for documenting the time spent intervening on an order. An I-vent, or intervention event, is specifically designed to capture details about nursing interventions, including the time and nature of the actions taken in response to an order. This detailed documentation not only helps in tracking the efficacy of the intervention but also contributes to the overall patient care record, ensuring that all actions are logged and can be reviewed later for continuity of care.

Other methods, such as sending a notification or leaving a message for the physician, do not provide the structured documentation required for nursing interventions. Updating the current order may alter the order itself rather than document the intervention time. Thus, utilizing the new I-vent to reflect the specific details of the intervention is crucial for accurate patient records and facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.