I would like to request the below information in relation to site QEHB.

The trust has ‘Comfort observations’ functionality within PICS for patients who it is not appropriate to continue observations which may cause unnecessary discomfort.  Please provide the following information relating to this:

– Trust guidance or associated documentation relating to this functionality

– A clear overview of the function and purpose of ‘comfort observations’

– Which staff groups can use this functionality e.g. band 5, 6, 7 nurse or doctor or if it is unrestricted

– The icon associated with use of this functionality

– When this functionality is selected what is the associated workflow that is presented to the operator

– How the trust monitors and reports usage of this function

Please see attached FOI 0272