Competency information

Details

Explain the full procedure to the patient and address any questions they may have relating to the procedure

Considerations

  • Common questions and concerns of patients about procedures
  • Requirements for patient compliance with investigations, including pre-test instructions
  • Risks and benefits of undertaking the investigation
  • The information needs of patients before, during and after investigation
  • The authority level for provision of information to patients

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 3 Outcome Interview a variety of different patients, overcoming any communication barriers