Setting Realistic Goals Flashcards
1
Q
Managing expectations
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Discuss with both parents
Exploring current understanding/expectations
Do over multiple appointments/who is best person to have this discussion
?Role for MDT meeting
Collateral information other specialists/AH team/previous Ix
Consider modifiable/non-modifiable issues for child
Do the family have particular goals that are able to be worked towards?
Any outcomes family are hoping to avoid / scared of?
What does a typical day look like for this child/family and frame expectations based on what child can currently do
Balance between managing hope and optimising QOL and setting realistic goals
Consider parents support groups/mental health supports for family
