3.8: Review of Module 3

David Featherston

Learning objectives review

Learning objectives

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I have an improved knowledge of the content to include in a self-management care plan

I have an improved knowledge of processes required to establish a self-management care plan

I understand the benefits of involving the carer

I have greater awareness regarding the issues of confidentiality and privacy

I am aware of tools that can be used to assist with a self-management care plan

I recognise the skills that are required to set tasks to be included in a self-management care plan

I have an improved knowledge of the processes and content for reviewing a self-management care plan

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1. All patients have a self-management care plan.

2. Patients and carers like to be listened to.

3. The carer is always a hindrance to the psychiatrist and the patient.

4. The carer is an asset to the psychiatrist and the patient, offering valuable information.

5. It will sometimes be necessary to persuade a patient of the benefits of involving family carers and/or friends.

6. The privacy and confidentiality laws prevent the psychiatrist from providing any information to the carer.

7. Quality communication by the psychiatrist is directly linked to optimal self-care for the patient.

8. A problem and goal statement should be SMART.

9. A self-management care plan gives all responsibility to the patient.

10. Patients will not address their priorities in spite of the best medical advice unless there is a collaborative care plan.