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Boundary setting

Exploring issues around consultations where the boundaries are not clear

How might the doctor feel?

  • Hurt
  • Angry
  • Frustrated
  • Helpless
  • Confused
  • Mixed emotions
  • The matter still unresolved so playing on my mind and would be affecting further consultations
  • Defensive
  • Why me?
  • What do I do next
  • Suspicion > confidence issues

 

Possible issues for the patient

  • Making assumptions
  • Misinterpreting
  • Wake up call for the patient
  • Different agenda?
  • Interactions
  • Impulsive
  • Who takes responsibility
  • Personal issues and relationship

 

The issues raised

  • Doctor as drug
  • Manipulation
  • Setting boundaries
  • Professionalism
  • Physical contact / personal space
  • Time boundaries
  • Involving others

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