How are results from the EAQ typically documented?

The results from the Comfort Examination and Assessment Questionnaire (EAQ) are typically documented in the patient's medical record. This formal documentation is essential as it provides a comprehensive view of the patient's comfort levels and other related assessments, enabling healthcare providers to track changes over time and make informed decisions about patient care.

Documenting the results in the medical record ensures that all members of the healthcare team have access to the information, facilitating continuity of care and communication among providers. This approach allows for a systematic review of a patient’s comfort assessments, ensuring that any interventions or changes in treatment can be adequately evaluated.

Options that suggest alternative documentation methods may not integrate as seamlessly into the patient’s ongoing care. For instance, while a patient satisfaction survey might gauge overall satisfaction, it doesn't typically provide detailed, actionable insights that are directly linked to clinical care. A digital health app could store information; however, it might lack the formal recognition and integration that medical records have within the healthcare system. Printed questionnaires are useful for initial data collection but do not ensure ongoing access to the information necessary for tracking a patient's condition over time.