About Course
The ReSPECT (Recommended Summary Plan for Emergency Care and Treatment) Training is designed to help healthcare professionals understand and implement the ReSPECT process effectively. This course highlights the importance of creating personalised care plans that guide emergency treatment decisions based on patient preferences and clinical judgements.
What Will You Learn?
- Understand the ReSPECT process and its purpose in emergency care planning.
- Learn how to create, document, and use a ReSPECT form in clinical settings.
- Develop communication skills to discuss treatment preferences with patients and their families.
- Recognise the importance of respecting individual preferences in line with legal and ethical considerations.
Material Includes
- ReSPECT form templates and guidance.
- Training resources and examples.
- Certificate of Completion, valid for 3 years.
Requirements
- Participants should have a basic understanding of advanced care planning and the principles of person-centred care.
Audience
- Doctors, nurses, paramedics, and allied healthcare professionals.
- Care home staff and support workers involved in advanced care planning.
- Managers and team leaders in healthcare settings.
Course Content
Session 1: Introduction to the ReSPECT Process
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What is ReSPECT?
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The purpose and benefits of personalised emergency care planning.
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When and why a ReSPECT form should be initiated.
Session 2: Legal and Ethical Framework
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Aligning with the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
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Understanding patient autonomy and best interest decisions.
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Navigating issues of consent and capacity.
Session 3: Effective Communication in ReSPECT Discussions
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Communicating with patients and families about treatment preferences.
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Handling sensitive conversations with empathy and professionalism.
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Overcoming barriers to discussing end-of-life and emergency care.
Session 4: Completing and Implementing the ReSPECT Form
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How to document preferences accurately on the ReSPECT form.
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Using ReSPECT forms in practice – examples and scenarios.
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Ensuring multidisciplinary team involvement and updates to care plans.
Session 5: Case Studies and Practical Applications
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Real-world examples of ReSPECT in action.
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Group exercises to practice completing and interpreting ReSPECT forms.
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