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PLAB 2 For Beginners:

The 'Simple' Consultation (5 Types)

Lesson Summary

• GRIPS stands for: Greet, Rapport, Introduce self / Identity check, Purpose, Smile.
• GRIPS Types:
  • GRIPS 1 - Blind consultation
    • How can I help?
  • GRIPS 2 - Orientated consultation
    • 1) Position
    • 2) Plan
    • 3) Prior Understanding / Presenting Complaint
  • GRIPS 3 - Anxious patient
    • Acknowledge; Reassure; Apologise; Identity check; Opening Q.
  • GRIPS 4 - Uncomfortable patient
    • Pain: Acknowledge & Ask; Assess Pain Score; Explain Rationale; Safety Checks.
    • SOB: Acknowledge & Ask; Assess Observations / NEWS; Safety Checks.
  • v.GRIPS - Virtual consultations (Tel, Vid)
    • Initial Identity Check
    • Introduce Self
    • Check OK To Talk (if you are calling patient)
    • Full Identity Check (3 layers)
    • Check Number to Call-back On (if patient is calling you)
    • Check Geography if appropriate