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Tool / guidance1 August 2024

Conversation guide for delivering contextualised care

This conversation guide is to help the veterinary team identify any areas of support that the pet owner may need when treating their pet.
Contextualised careSmall animalsCommunication and teamworkPatient care

Conversation guide for contextualised care

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This guide is to help the veterinary team discuss an animal’s diagnosis with the owner. The guide will help identify areas of support that the pet owner may need when deciding on treatment options.

This document was published in October 2022 and last updated in August 2024.

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