SCI Challenging Conversations

Question 1

What makes conversations around SCI particularly challenging?

Answer 1

They often involve breaking difficult news about life-changing outcomes.

Question 2

How should difficult news be communicated?

Answer 2

Early, clearly, and sensitively.

Question 3

How should the MDT be involved in challenging conversations?

Answer 3

Through a planned MDT approach.

Question 4

What should discussions with the patient be based on?

Answer 4

Accurate assessment and evidence-based reasoning.

Question 5

What should be emphasised when having challenging conversations with patients?

Answer 5

A positive emphasis on positive goals.