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Section Grids

Section grids provide a structural framework for organizing complex patient data and clinical workflows into a scannable, modular layout. Unlike a standard text document, a grid allows clinicians to map relationships between data points — such as correlating vital signs with medication administration times — without creating information overload.

Why Section Grids Matter​

Cognitive Load Reduction​

Healthcare providers often have seconds to find critical information. Grids break the "wall of text" into logical quadrants. By placing specific categories of data (Labs, Imaging, Orders) in consistent grid locations, you create muscle memory for the user.

Data Contextualization​

Grids enable side-by-side comparisons essential for clinical decision support. For example, a 2×2 grid might display:

  • Top Left: Current Symptoms
  • Top Right: Relevant Medical History
  • Bottom Left: Recent Test Results
  • Bottom Right: Proposed Treatment Plan

Responsive Information Hierarchy​

Section grids allow documentation to adapt to different screen sizes. On a tablet, the grid shows four columns; on a smartphone during a ward round, those same sections stack vertically — ensuring no data is lost regardless of device.

How to Add a Section Grid to a Template​

  1. Open the template editor.
  2. Click Add Section or Insert Grid.
  3. Choose the number of columns (2, 3, or 4).
  4. Label each column with the relevant data category.
  5. Add fields within each column as needed.
  6. Save the template.