Identify people in the patient’s life you would need to speak to or get feedback from to further assess the patient’s situation. Include specific questions you might ask these people and why. 

Identify people in the patient’s life you would need to speak to or get feedback from to further assess the patient’s situation. Include specific questions you might ask these people and why. 

Next of kin–It is important to contact the patient’s next of kin as they may know her well enough to provide helpful details about her condition. Even if the patient has never had children, it is still important to contact them as they may also be able to provide helpful information.

Friends/family -If the patient does not have children or friends who are frequently in touch with her, then friends may be interviewed. These individuals could be the ones who she has been sharing her thoughts about her condition.

Primary care physician- PCP may be able to provide her with more details about her health history. He or she may also be able to help her manage her condition and improve her quality of life. In addition, working with her PCP can help ensure that the patient receives the best possible care.

Questions could be asked include have you noticed recent significant mood changes in the client, or has the client shared with you any of her thoughts or worries, have you seen any of her health condition that affects her quality of life, etc.