Patient and Family Centered Care

A person's needs and preferences should guide their health care plan, with their values considered in every decision.

Treating individuals with dignity, respect, and understanding of their cultural background.

Understanding and valuing the diversity of beliefs, customs, and practices within a society.

The Canadian law that protects individual rights and freedoms, emphasizing the importance of multiculturalism.

The ability to identify a patient's cultural background and its effect on their beliefs and actions.

Patients have the right to refuse any suggested treatment, making informed choices about their own health.

The process of obtaining a second medical opinion from another healthcare provider.

The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) required a plastic surgeon to take sensitivity training after he asked a veiled patient to remove her veil so he could see who he was speaking with. The mother perceived his request as inappropriate and complained to the CPSO.

Nurses have a responsibility to always treat patients with dignity and respect, regardless of their situation or personal characteristics.

Patient autonomy means respecting the right of patients to make their own informed decisions about their health care, treatment, and end-of-life care.

Never exploit or take advantage of patients for personal gain.

The fundamental commitments of the medical profession include treating patients with dignity and respect, respecting patient autonomy, avoiding exploitation, and upholding basic human rights.

Dignity refers to being treated with respect, maintaining a sense of self-worth, and being accepted for who you are regardless of your circumstances.

This company, originally founded in 1967, provides digital health care engagement solutions, including integrated bedside terminals, to hospitals and healthcare facilities.

Voyce is a service providing on-demand access to remote live video interpreters for various devices, facilitating communication for patients who may need language assistance.

VOYCE allows users to request live interpreters on demand using a variety of devices, enabling real-time communication for patients who need language assistance.

The process of healthcare providers working alongside patients to reach medical decisions based on evidence and shared values.

A type of lung cancer screening using low-dose computed tomography (CT) scans, recommended for individuals with a significant smoking history.

A medical condition or factor that might benefit from early detection and intervention through screening.

The use of technology to bridge language barriers between healthcare providers and patients.

The potential benefits or drawbacks of undergoing a specific screening test.

Patient values, beliefs, and preferences that influence their decisions regarding medical care.

A nicotine-based medication prescribed to aid in smoking cessation.

The process of making informed decisions about healthcare based on individual needs and values.

The right of patients to understand and freely choose their treatment options, particularly when facing language barriers.

The ethical obligation to protect the privacy and confidentiality of patient information.

These are resources and products that aid in shared decision-making between patients and doctors, helping them understand their options and make informed choices.

This is a collection of beliefs and practices that define the values of different groups, influencing their views on health and illness.

Misunderstandings can happen when we fail to recognize or understand a patient's cultural viewpoint.

Culture can significantly impact how patients approach illness and treatment. Different beliefs and practices can influence their decisions about healthcare.

It's crucial to be sensitive to cultural differences, as different cultures have unique responses to illness and health promotion.

This component of SDM involves clearly communicating the potential positive and negative impacts of different treatment choices.

This component of SDM involves understanding what's most important to the patient, including their goals, priorities, and beliefs about their health.

A screening test for lung cancer using a low-dose computed tomography (CT) scan.

This refers to the potential positive effects of screening for lung cancer, such as early detection and improved treatment outcomes.

This refers to the potential negative effects of screening for lung cancer, such as false positive results, anxiety, and unnecessary procedures.

The process of identifying a clear decision that needs to be made in shared decision-making.

The process of providing information about different treatment options to the patient during shared decision-making.

The process of understanding the patient's perspective and what matters most to them during shared decision-making.

The process of guiding the patient towards a final decision in shared decision-making.