Event Information
Heartsink patients
1 Educational activity
1 Performance review
 Professionalism
 Ethical practice
 Addressing health inequities
Provide expert medical care in all rural contexts 
Provide primary care
Communicator (COM)

Heartsink patients

In this course, we will explore the complexities and challenges of caring for patients who present with chronic and challenging medical conditions, often leaving healthcare professionals feeling overwhelmed.

Through a combination of case studies and practical strategies, we aim to empower healthcare providers with the knowledge and tools necessary to address the unique needs of these patients effectively.

Online learning hours:
2.00
Total hours:
2.00
 
Learning objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify a range of reasons why you may be finding a patient a ‘heartsink’
  • Describe a range of ideas and strategies to manage these patients

Provider Information
The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine
Education Development Team
61 07 3105 8200
61 07 31058299
education@acrrm.org.au
Level 1, 324 Queen Street
BRISBANE CITY
QLD, 4000