In cases of work-related injuries, they can document details of any lab tests, medications, and medical procedures undertaken. Maintaining a comprehensive health journal enables police officers to prioritize self-care, seek appropriate medical attention, and take preventive measures to safeguard their health while serving their communities.
Sample health journal entries that can be entered into Goopatient*:
Date: July 28, 2023
Engaged in a brief mindfulness meditation session during lunch break to manage stress levels. Maintained regular #hydration and healthy snacks to keep energy levels up during the shift. Will ensure sufficient rest and engage in relaxation techniques post-duty.
Engaged in a brief mindfulness meditation session during lunch break to manage stress levels. Maintained regular #hydration and healthy snacks to keep energy levels up during the shift. Will ensure sufficient rest and engage in relaxation techniques post-duty.
Experienced mild #headache and #fatigue throughout the day, likely due to extended duty hours and high-stress situations during a criminal investigation.
Over-the-counter pain reliever #Ibuprofen (400mg) taken twice today to alleviate headache.
#Blood_pressure measured twice during the day, recorded 130/80 mmHg in the morning and 135/85 mmHg in the evening. Resting #heart_rate averaged 80 beats per minute.
Last general health #check-up was on June 15, 2023, all vitals within normal range.
