LGBQT Flashcards
1
Q
what are ways to make the waiting room welcoming?
A
1) unisex bathroom
2) LGBT-specific media
3) visible non discrimination statement
4) posters showing diverse people
5) brochures about LGBT health concerns
2
Q
how do you make the intake form easier to fill out?
A
provide more inclusive answer choices
3
Q
what are some things the provider can do to make the pt more comfortable
A
- pursuing intake forms
- introduction with pronouns
- rainbow pin
- disclosure if appropriate
4
Q
risk factors impacting LGBTQ+ pts
A
- ask about experiences/ask open ended questions
- acknowledge risk factors
- set a welcoming stage for deeper discussion
5
Q
how do you open the door to trans health
A
- intake form
- accidentally offend
- honesty about knowledge
- need to assess what is present
6
Q
opening the door to coming out
A
- assess where pt is
- need to form alliance
- ways to set stage
- consequences of premature outing
7
Q
opening the door to suicide prevention
A
- suicide attempt hx
- assess pt
- normalize conversation
- risk highest to lowest in LGBTQ
