Breaking Bad News Flashcards
1
Q
Define “Bad News”
A
Any news that drastically and negatively alters the patients’ (or their relatives) view of his or her future
2
Q
Give 6 examples of Distancing Strategies doctors may use to dampen the blow of Breaking Bad News? 6 points
A
- Avoidance
- Normalisation
- Premature reassurance
- False reassurance
- Switching
- Jollying along
3
Q
What is the ABCDE acronym for Breaking Bad News
A
A: Advance Preparation B: Build a relationship C: Communicate well D: Deal with patient reactions E: Encourage and validate emotions
4
Q
What is the SPIKES acronym for Breaking Bad News
A
S - Setting up P - Perception I - Invitation K - Knowledge E - Emotions S - Strategy and Summary
5
Q
What are the stages of Grief?
A
D - Denial A - Anger B - Bargaining D - Depression A - Acceptance
