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Breaking bad news framework
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SPIKES
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Set up - arrange for privacy
Perception - gauge patient’s understanding
Invitation - clarify what a patient wants to hear
Knowledge - “I’m afraid, have some bad news for you…”
Emotion - identify + empathise with their emotions
Strategy/summary - have a plan to reduce anxiety of uncertainty
Med !!
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