xi) planning: shared decisions
Last reviewed 01/2018
xi) PLANNING: SHARED DECISION-MAKING
Aims: To allow the patient to understand the decision-making process To involve patients in decision-making to the level they wish To increase patients' commitment to the plans made
44. Shares own thoughts: reveals the doctor's own ideas, thought processes and dilemmas.
45. Suggests: involves the patient by making suggestions rather than directives.
46. Encourages: draws out the patient to contribute their own thoughts (ideas, suggestions and preferences).
47. Negotiates: negotiates a mutually acceptable plan.
48. Offers choices: encourages patients to make choices and decisions to the level they wish.
49. Checks with patient: ensures that all concerns have been addressed and that the plans are acceptable.