Do you know the steps to manage acute illness?

There's a systematic approach to the delivery of treatment plan. It involves 10 key steps. Missing some of these steps or getting the order wrong may confuse or upset the patient.

 

Below are 10 steps which are important for a treatment plan.

Please arrange them in the correct sequence.

 
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6
STEP 7
STEP 8
STEP 9
STEP 10
 
  • Explain the diagnosis
  • Educate patient about the diagnosis
  • Address patient's ideas, concerns and expectations
  • Reassure (if appropriate)
  • Provide non-pharmacological treatment
  • Provide pharmacological treatment
  • Advice on preventive measures
  • Provide health information and resources
  • Decide on next steps (discharge, follow up, admit)
  • Explain warning signs for safety-netting