"Using the time between consultations" sounds as though it has huge potential.
So far my experience has been that many people need to be handed a specific
sheet of paper with some sort of written question/s posed on it and space for
them to write their response. Seems very directive but gives more likely response
than a verbal request. Not sure why - ?They think I don't seriously mean the
request otherwise? ?They forget?
Am planning to introduce patient-held notes for the Pain Clinic but would like
ideas from anyone. Thought of starting small, and evolving as I get the feel
of it. Have certainly reaped rich pickings from the material received on my
initial Pain Clinic Questionnaire which they mail back before the first consultation.
Saves a huge amount of beating about the bush asking the wrong questions on
the day.
What sort of things would you be asking people to mull over in between consultations
Nigel? Examples always inspire me.
Judith
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