Where should an alarm or alert not included on the PDA list be documented?

Documentation of alarms or alerts that are not included on the PDA list should be recorded in the alarm section of the IE log. This is because the IE log is specifically designed to capture information related to alarms and alerts, allowing medical staff to track their occurrences and responses in a structured manner. By documenting in this section, it ensures that all relevant alarm data is centralized, facilitating better monitoring and review of safety issues related to patient care.

The other options do serve important functions but are not specifically tailored for alarm documentation. The clinical history log is primarily for patient history and treatment details. The maintenance log focuses on the upkeep and repair of equipment rather than clinical alerts. The team communication board is used for general updates among the team but does not provide the detailed tracking required for alarms. Therefore, the alarm section of the IE log is the appropriate choice for documenting these specific alerts.