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putting the person at the centre of practice

Tue, 10/12/2010 - 10:14 — Megan Burley
Definition: 

a circle of hands

The process of developing an understanding of an individual and their lived experience, and using that understanding       

to tailor practice to the needs of that person.

Description: 
Putting the person at the centre of practice describes the behaviour, knowledge and skills required to:
  • demonstrate respect for the individual;
  • provide information and support that enables an individual to make informed choices;
  • involve individuals in shaping the design and delivery of their service.
Requires: 
communicating
knowledge and understanding of physiotherapy
managing self and others
political awareness
respecting and promoting diversity
self-awareness
Underpins: 
ensuring quality
improving and developing services
physiotherapy practice skills
practice decision making
Resources: 

Information resource

Example of practice

Domain level descriptor: 
Other frameworks: 
DoH(2004) Core 1 communication; Core 3 health, safety & security; HWB1, HWB2, HWB3, HWB4, HWB5, HWB6
JNCHES(2005) 7. pastoral care
NHSIII(in press) Working with others - building & maintaining relationships; Managing services - planning
PHRU(2008) 5. health improvement
SfH(2008) 1. knowledge, skills, training & experience; 3. professional & vocational competence
VITAE(2009) no related behaviours, knowledge or skills specified