Question

A health care provider (HCP) wishes to offer the client an accurate prognosis for a newly diagnosed condition. Which aspects should the HCP consider in developing the most accurate prognosis for the client?

Answer 1

Patient-Centered Communication and Shared Decision Making

Explanation:

The HCP should consider the following factors in developing the most accurate prognosis for the client:

• Support patients and their families in taking effective health care decisions
• Consistent with their needs, values, and preferences
• Good communication channel
• Provide evidence-based information
• Delivery system and workforce for best patient-centered care.

A health care provider must provide easily available information on prognosis, options for treatment, responses, palliative care, psycho-social support, etc.