Delivering difficult news by https://padlet.com/sdhollande/wct02p966stwqz6j Have you ever had to deliver "bad" news? or have a difficult conversation with someone? As a nurse you may be expected to deliver the worst news to patients and their families. en-us 2024-01-24 00:15:26 UTC 2025-05-14 10:32:37 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4ac.png My emotions https://padlet.com/sdhollande/wct02p966stwqz6j/wish/3436282325 I become very emotional when other people cry, and I don't want to make the situation worse.

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]]> 2025-05-09 00:14:48 UTC https://padlet.com/sdhollande/wct02p966stwqz6j/wish/3442525756 https://padlet.com/sdhollande/wct02p966stwqz6j/wish/3442528563 definitely plan ahead. Have another form of support ready for everyone involved. Allow time for the person to process and respond. Choose a time that you aren't rushed.

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Ask if they need someone there when you talk with them. Offer support if they may need it.

hold their hand, of hug them if they hug you...

it's tricky, i am guided by them.

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