Step four: ending the consultation
Step four: ending the consultation
There is often an overload of information when a patient has first been diagnosed with PD.
Consultation-closing questions
"Do you have any further questions about your medicines?"
If the patient cannot think of any questions immediately, suggest they write them down later and come back to discuss them.
Emphasise that if they have any issues with compliance with their medication, they seek advice either from you or their specialist before stopping any medicine.
"Is there anything you would like me to go over again? When are you next seeing the specialist?
Appointments vary between hospitals but PD patients are usually seen in an outpatient setting every six to 12 months.
"Have you joined Parkinson's UK?"
The patient charity has local community groups that bring PD patients together and also offers a range of support resources and services.
"Did you know that you can discuss getting further help with your GP or specialist?"
Referrals can be made to speech and language therapy, physiotherapy and occupational therapy.
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