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Veterinary Medicine Specialist
30-45 minutes

Veterinary Emergency (Outpatient) Template

The Outpatient Veterinary Emergency template by s10.ai is expertly crafted for veterinarians managing urgent cases in a veterinary emergency hospital environment. This template offers a detailed framework for documenting the presenting complaint, patient history, triage, examination, problem list, differential diagnosis, diagnostics, assessment, treatment, and follow-up care plan. It is an essential tool for veterinarians who need to efficiently capture comprehensive clinical notes during emergency visits, ensuring all vital information is meticulously recorded. Particularly beneficial for cases with acute symptoms like vomiting, lethargy, or potential toxin exposure, this template is optimized for seamless integration with s10.ai, an AI medical scribe, enhancing the documentation process.

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Template Structure

Organized sections for comprehensive clinical documentation

REASON: [Concise description of the presenting issue]
HISTORY: [Comprehensive details of the patient's presenting issue] (Use bullet points and ensure full sentences. Do not omit any details)
(Leave a blank line here for no words to go on)
- Pre-existing conditions: [Detail any pre-existing conditions, if not mentioned write "No known pre-existing conditions"]
- Access to toxins: [List any known access to toxins the patient may have been exposed to/consumed] (If not mentioned write "No known access to any toxins, bait, rubbish, medications, chemicals nor anything else that could have been scavenged.")
- Current vaccination status: [Describe current vaccination status] (if not mentioned please write "not discussed")
- Current medications: [List current medication, including dosage, frequency and reason for use] (If not mentioned please write "nil mentioned"]
TRIAGE: (Only include what is mentioned)
- HR: [Heart rate in bpm]
- RR: [Respiratory rate in breaths/min]
- Temp: [Temperature in Celsius]
- Mm: [Mucous membrane assessment]
- Crt: [Capillary refill time]
- Mentation: [Choose from either BAR, QAR, Dull, or Obtunded]
- Pain Scale (0-4): [Pain assessment score]
- Hydration status (%): [Clinical assessment of hydration]
- Blood pressure: [Blood pressure in format systolic/diastolic/MAP (if not mentioned please omit from template)]
- Spo2: [pulse oximetry in %] (If not mentioned please omit from template)
EXAMINATION: (For the below examination, each heading must ALWAYS be written, regardless whether it is mentioned in the transcript, contextual note or clinical noted)
Body Condition Score: [Score out of 9 with interpretation if mentioned] (Leave placeholder blank if not mentioned)
Pain Scale (0-4): [Pain assessment score out of 4] (If pain scale has already been mentioned in the history or triage section above, then please leave blank and do not write pain scale.
Cardiovascular: [Findings from cardiac auscultation] (If not mentioned please write "Cardiac auscultation normal, normal rhythm, pulse pressures normal and synchronous"]
Respiratory: [Findings from thoracic auscultation] (If not mentioned please write "Thoracic auscultation clear sounds bilaterally, respiratory effort normal, no nasal discharge"]
Neurological: [Neurological findings] (If not mentioned please write "Neurologically no significant findings, no cranial nerve or proprioceptive deficits/gait, full neurological exam not performed"]
Musculoskeletal: [Musculoskeletal findings] (If not mentioned please write "Ambulating normally, no apparent neck, spine, limb or joint pain, full musculoskeletal exam not performed"]
Gastrointestinal:
- Oral: [Describe oral examination findings, including dental score out of 4 if mentioned. (if not mentioned please write "NSF")
- Abdominal: [Abdominal palpation findings] (if not mentioned please write "NSF")
- Rectal: [Rectal examination findings] (if not mentioned please write "not performed")]
Urinary: [Urinary system findings] (if not mentioned please write "NSF"]
Reproductive (incl ext genitalia): [Findings related to reproductive system] (if not mentioned please write "NSF"]
Integumentary system: [Integumentary and ear examination findings] (if not mentioned please write "NSF"]
Lymph Nodes: [Lymph node examination findings] (if not mentioned please write "WNL on palpation")
Eyes: [Ophthalmic examination findings] (if not mentioned please write "NSF"]
PROBLEM LIST:
1. [Primary problem]
2. [Secondary problem]
3. [Additional problem(s)]
DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS: [List of potential differential diagnoses with brief explanation]
DIAGNOSTICS: [Details of any diagnostics performed] (If none mentioned write "Nil performed")
Baseline Bloods (Only include if mentioned) (Ensure bloods are listed in chronological order)
- PCV: [Packed cell volume result]
- TSP: [Total protein result]
- Serum: [Serum appearance result]
Blood Gas Analysis Results - source: venous (do not include if not mentioned)
- Decreased: [List all Decreased values]
- Increased: [List all Increased values]
-Interpretation: [Interpretation of blood gas analysis]
Bloods were taken for in-house testing:
Full bloods (do not include if not mentioned) (Ensure bloods are listed in chronological order)
- Complete Blood Count
- Please find attached to the patient record.
- Findings: [summarise complete blood count abnormalities]
- Biochemistry
- Please find attached to the patient record.
- [Findings: [Summarise biochemistry abnormalities]
Blood Smear: (do not include if not mentioned)
- Interpretation: [interpretation of blood smear]
Urinalysis in house (do not include if not mentioned)
- Method: [note whether free catch or cystocentesis sample]
- USG: [Urine specific gravity reading]
- Colour: [note colour of urine]
- pH: [note pH of urine]
- Protein: [note whether or not protein present and if trace, small or large amount]
- Blood: [note whether or not blood present and if +, ++, +++]
- Ketones: [note whether positive or negative]
- Glucose: [note whether negative or positive and if positive whether +, ++, +++]
- Wet Prep: [describe wet prep findings if not mentioned write "unremarkable"]
- Dry cytology: [describe cytology findings if not mentioned write "unremarkable"]
AFAST/TFAST: (do not include if not mentioned)
- Peritoneum: [describe free abdominal fluid found] (if not mentioned write "No free fluid was identified in any quadrant")
- Pleural space: [describe location and volume of fluid in pleural cavity] (if not mentioned write "No free fluid was identified in either hemithorax")
- Pericardial space: [note if any pericardial effusion present] (if not mentioned write "No free fluid was identified in the pericardial space")
A blood sample was collected for a coagulation analysis (do not include if not mentioned)
- PT (14-19 sec): [note PT reading]
- APTT (75-105 sec): [note APTT reading]
- Results: [note result as normal or prolonged]
Radiology: (For all radiology examinations that are mentioned, ensure each heading is written, regardless whether it is mentioned in the transcript, contextual note or clinical noted)
Thoracic Views: [Only include this topic if mentioned Thoracic radiographs taken]
- Assessment of extra thoracic structures: [State the key extra thoracic structure findings on imaging] (if not mentioned write "No significant findings")
- Evaluation of the diaphragm: [Diaphragm evaluation on imaging] (if not mentioned write "No significant findings")
- Examination of pleural space: [Describe the pleural space findings on imaging] [If not mentioned write "No evidence of pleural space disease"]
- Analysis of large airways: [Analysis of large airways on imaging] (If not mentioned write "No significant findings"]
- Pulmonary assessment: [Summarise the pulmonary assessment findings on imaging] (If not mentioned write "No significant findings. No evidence of interstitial or alveolar lung pattern")
- Cardiac evaluation: [Summarise the cardiac evaluation on imaging] (if not mentioned write "No significant findings. No evidence of cardiomegaly")
- Oesophageal examination: [Summarise the Oesophageal examination on imaging] (if not mentioned write "Normal location and no evidence of foreign material")
Interpretation: [interpretation of above thoracic view radiology findings] (Always write in full sentences and be detailed)
Abdominal Views: (Only include this topic if mentioned Abdominal radiographs taken)
- Assessment of extra-abdominal structures: [Assessment of extra-abdominal structures on imaging] (If not mentioned write "No significant findings")
- Evaluation of serosal detail: [Evaluation of serosal detail on imaging] (If not mentioned write "Good")
- Liver/spleen examination: [Examination of liver/spleen on imaging] (If not mentioned write "No significant findings. Normal location and appearance.")
- Gastrointestinal tract assessment: [Assessment of Gastrointestinal tract on imaging] (If not mentioned write "No significant findings. No obstructive pattern was noted.")
- Kidney evaluation: [Evaluation of kidney's on imaging] (If not mentioned write "Normal location and shape.")
- Bladder/Prostate examination: [examination of bladder/prostate on imaging] (If not mentioned write "No significant findings")
Interpretation: [interpretation of above abdominal view radiology findings] (Always write in full sentences and be detailed)
Abdominal Ultrasound: (if not mentioned do not include)
- Urogenital Tract: [describe changes to Kidneys, Bladder, Prostate, Uterus on abdominal ultrasound] (If not mentioned write "Bladder had anechoic fluid with no evidence of pathology. The kidneys had a normal location and anatomical structure.")
- Hepato-Biliary System: [describe change to Liver, Gallbladder on abdominal ultrasound] (if not mentioned write "Normal echogenicity and echotexture. No evidence of masses.")
- Gastro-Intestinal Tract: [describe changes to Stomach, Small Intestine, Large Intestine on abdominal ultrasound.] (if not mentioned write "No obstructive pattern noted. A small amount of fluid within the small and large intestine. No masses or abnormalities were noted.")
- Pancreas: [describe any pancreatic changes on abdominal ultrasound] (If not mentioned write "No evidence of pancreatitis.")
- Spleen: [describe any splenic changes on abdominal ultrasound] (If not mentioned write "Normal echogenicity and echotexture. No evidence of masses.")
- Adrenals: [Describe any adrenal changes on ultrasound] (If not mentioned write "Not located.")
- Abdominal Lymph Nodes: [Describe any abdominal lymph node change on ultrasound] (If not mentioned write "No significant findings.")
- Mesentery: [Describe any mesentery changes on ultrasound] (If not mentioned write "No significant findings.")
- Intra-abdominal Fluid: [Describe any intra-abdominal fluid on ultrasound] (If not mentioned write "None located."
ASSESSMENT: [Detailed assessment of patient's condition and plan] (Do not omit any information, write in full sentences and be highly detailed. Clearly summarise events during hospital stay in chronological order)
TREATMENT:
[Details of prescribed treatment/intervention, including medications, dosages, etc] (Be succinct, but do not omit any information)
PLAN:
- [Discharge instructions] (Provide discharge instructions)
- [Recommendations for monitoring and follow-up care] (Provide recommendations for monitoring and follow-up care)
(Never repeat yourself throughout the note. Utilise chronological order when listing blood/diagnostic results. If radiology has occurred, ensure every body system in the above template is written. Never come up with your own patient details, assessment, diagnosis, interventions, evaluation or plan for continuing care - use only the transcript, contextual notes, or clinical note as a reference for the information included in your note. If any information related to a placeholder has not been explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes, or clinical note, you must not state the information has not been explicitly mentioned in your output, just leave the relevant placeholder or section blank)
Sample Clinical Note

Example of completed documentation using this template

REASON: Vomiting and lethargy
HISTORY:
- The patient, a 5-year-old Labrador Retriever named Max, presented with sudden vomiting and lethargy over the last 24 hours.
- The owner notes that Max has not eaten in the past 12 hours and is less active than normal.
- Pre-existing conditions: No known pre-existing conditions
- Access to toxins: No known exposure to toxins, bait, garbage, medications, chemicals, or any other scavenged items.
- Current vaccination status: Up to date
- Current medications: none mentioned
TRIAGE:
- HR: 120 bpm
- RR: 30 breaths/min
- Temp: 39.0°C
- Mm: Pink and moist
- Crt: <2 seconds
- Mentation: QAR
- Pain Scale (0-4): 2
- Hydration status (%): 5% dehydrated
- Blood pressure: 120/80/95
- Spo2: 98%
EXAMINATION:
Body Condition Score: 6/9
Cardiovascular: Cardiac auscultation normal, normal rhythm, pulse pressures normal and synchronous
Respiratory: Thoracic auscultation clear sounds bilaterally, respiratory effort normal, no nasal discharge
Neurological: Neurologically no significant findings, no cranial nerve or proprioceptive deficits/gait, full neurological exam not performed
Musculoskeletal: Ambulating normally, no apparent neck, spine, limb or joint pain, full musculoskeletal exam not performed
Gastrointestinal:
- Oral: NSF
- Abdominal: Mild discomfort on palpation
- Rectal: not performed
Urinary: NSF
Reproductive (incl ext genitalia): NSF
Integumentary system: NSF
Lymph Nodes: WNL on palpation
Eyes: NSF
PROBLEM LIST:
1. Vomiting
2. Lethargy
3. Dehydration
DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS: Gastroenteritis, pancreatitis, foreign body ingestion
DIAGNOSTICS: Nil performed
ASSESSMENT: Max is a 5-year-old Labrador Retriever presenting with sudden vomiting and lethargy. The clinical signs and examination findings suggest a potential case of gastroenteritis or pancreatitis. Dehydration is observed, and supportive care is necessary.
TREATMENT:
- Administered subcutaneous fluids (Lactated Ringer's Solution) 500ml
- Prescribed antiemetic (Cerenia) 24mg once daily for 3 days
- Advised bland diet for 3 days
PLAN:
- Discharge instructions: Monitor for any additional vomiting or lethargy. Ensure Max is drinking water and consuming the prescribed diet.
- Recommendations for monitoring and follow-up care: Recheck in 48 hours if symptoms continue or worsen.
Clinical Benefits

Key advantages of using this template in clinical practice

  • This comprehensive veterinary clinical template is designed to streamline the documentation process for emergency veterinary care, ensuring thorough and accurate patient records. With structured sections for presenting complaints, detailed history, triage assessments, and systematic examinations, this template facilitates efficient data entry and retrieval. It includes placeholders for critical information such as pre-existing conditions, toxin exposure, and vaccination status, alongside detailed examination findings across multiple systems. The template also supports diagnostic and treatment planning with sections for problem lists, differential diagnoses, and detailed assessments. By adopting this template, veterinary professionals can enhance clinical accuracy, improve patient care, and ensure compliance with best practices in veterinary medicine. Explore this template to optimize your clinical workflows and elevate the standard of care in your veterinary practice.
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