Question

Which one of the following belongs in the patient narrative section of the prehospital care report​ (PCR)?

A. Location of the patient
B. Chief complaint
C. Care given prior to arrival
D. Insurance and billing information

Answer 1

In the prehospital care report, the chief complaint belongs in the patient narrative section.

Step-by-step explanation:

The section of the prehospital care report (PCR) intended for the patient narrative should include the chief complaint. This is a concise statement describing the symptom, problem, condition, diagnosis, physician recommended return, or other factor that is the reason for the medical encounter.

The patient narrative is a crucial component as it tells the story of what happened to the patient and why they are receiving care. Details such as location of the patient, care given prior to arrival, and insurance and billing information are documented elsewhere in the PCR.