Guideline 5: Observing family relationships

7 out of 7
Title

Summary

Take notice of patient-family dynamics and take action if needed

  • Understand patient and family preferences for involvement.
  • Signs of dissatisfaction to look out for include the patient or family carer being interrupted, or appearing frustrated or overwhelmed.
  • If necessary, explicitly ask about patient and family preferences for involvement.
  • Remain alert to problematic patient-family carer relationship dynamics.
  • If dominance or conflict are detected, follow further guidance in Guidelines 11 and 13 of this program.

DOWNLOAD Summary

Exit Previous Complete

OVERALL COMPLETION

Guideline 5

Back to top