Diagnosi - Associazione Italiana di Psicogeriatria
Diagnosi - Associazione Italiana di Psicogeriatria
Diagnosi - Associazione Italiana di Psicogeriatria
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Appropriate <strong>di</strong>sclosure of a <strong>di</strong>agnosis of dementia:<br />
identifying the key behaviors of “best practice”<br />
1. Preparing for <strong>di</strong>sclosure<br />
2. Integrating family members<br />
3. Exploring the patient’s perspective<br />
4. Disclosing the <strong>di</strong>agnosis<br />
5. Respon<strong>di</strong>ng to patient’s reaction<br />
6. Focusing on quality of life e well-being<br />
7. Planning for the future<br />
8. Communicating effectively<br />
R. Lecouturier, C. Bamford, J.C. Hughes et al, BCM Health Service Research 2008