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MENTAL MODEL · M6541

CHECK

CHECK
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Updated 2026-08-16

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INTRODUCTION

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CORE DEFINITION

CHECK is a structured protocol for shift handover and information transfer between members of a medical team. C stands for Chief complaint, the patient's main problem. H stands for History, the relevant medical history. E stands for Examination, the physical findings and test results. C stands for Condition, the patient's current state and severity of illness. K stands for Keep going, the next plan and points needing attention. The protocol ensures that medical information passes completely during handover, reducing errors caused by poor communication and improving patient safety.

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

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Reduce cognitive load

- Standardize the handover: pass every single patient through the same five fixed fields. - Close the loop: force the next steps into the spoken record rather than relying on memory. - Cut omission errors: make any missing information clearly visible before the shift ends.

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Anchor fast decisions

Built on standardized handover. The five fixed fields of Chief complaint, History, Examination, Condition and Keep going force complete transfer of medical information, cutting communication errors and the harm they cause.

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