Understanding Person Centred Care

What is the primary focus of person-centred care?

• The needs of the healthcare provider

• The preferences and needs of the patient

• The efficiency of the healthcare system

• The cost of treatment

Which of the following is a key principle of person-centred care?

• Standardised treatment plans

• Patient involvement in decision-making

• Focus on medical outcomes only

• Healthcare provider convenience

Person-centred care often requires healthcare professionals to:

• Ignore patient feedback

• Follow strict protocols without deviation

• Tailor care to individual patient needs

• Prioritise their own schedules

Which of the following is NOT a component of person-centred care?

• Respect for patient values

• Coordination and integration of care

• Ignoring patient preferences

• Emotional support

In person-centred care, how important is effective communication?

• Not important at all

• Somewhat important

• Very important

• Only important for complex cases

Which of the following best describes the role of family in person-centred care?

• Family should not be involved

• Family involvement is optional

• Family can be partners in care

• Family should make all decisions

What is a potential benefit of person-centred care?

• Increased patient satisfaction

• Decreased healthcare costs

• Reduced need for healthcare professionals

• Standardised treatment for all

Person-centred care can lead to:

• Higher rates of patient compliance

• More frequent hospital visits

• Less personalised treatment

• Increased healthcare provider stress

Which of the following is a challenge in implementing person-centred care?

• Lack of patient interest

• Limited healthcare resources

• Overabundance of healthcare staff

• Excessive patient autonomy

Person-centred care is most effective when:

• Patients are passive recipients

• Healthcare providers dictate all decisions

• Patients are active participants

• Care is identical for all patients