Which item is NOT appropriate to include in a radio report to the receiving hospital?

• A. The preliminary diagnosis of the problem
• B. The patient’s current vital signs
• C. The treatments provided
• D. The patient’s age and sex

Answer: (A)

When giving a radio report, the goal is to share objective, verified information that helps the receiving hospital plan care. The patient’s age and sex, current vital signs, and treatments provided are all essential pieces of that data set. Age and sex aid interpretation of findings and normal ranges; vital signs convey the patient’s present status; and what you’ve already done (medications given, procedures, ongoing needs) guides the hospital’s next steps. The preliminary diagnosis of the problem, however, is not appropriate to include because it is a guess based on limited information and unconfirmed assessment. Speculation can mislead the receiving team or bias their evaluation, which is why it’s not shared in the initial report.