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A practical guide to crisis management.

Michael G Kavan1, Thomas P Guck, Eugene J Barone

  • 1Creighton University School of Medicine, Omaha, Nebraska 68178, USA. mkavan@creighton.edu

American Family Physician
|October 17, 2006
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Family physicians can help patients in crisis by offering support, assessing safety, and creating action plans. Follow-up care and referrals may be needed for ongoing psychological or medical issues.

Area of Science:

  • Family Medicine
  • Psychology
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Family physicians frequently encounter patients experiencing psychological or medical crises.
  • Crises can arise from overwhelming events, manifesting as psychological and physiological symptoms.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline a systematic approach for family physicians to manage patients in crisis.
  • To emphasize the physician's role in crisis intervention and patient support.

Main Methods:

  • Provide reassurance and support.
  • Evaluate the patient's mental, psychiatric, suicidal/homicidal, and medical status.
  • Ensure safety for the patient and others.
  • Develop a distress-minimizing action plan with patient commitment.

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  • Follow up with the patient and relevant parties for ongoing care.

    • Main Results:

    • A structured approach enhances crisis management in primary care settings.
    • Early intervention and comprehensive assessment are crucial for patient well-being.
    • Collaboration and follow-up are key components of effective crisis care.

    Conclusions:

    • Family physicians play a vital role in initial crisis intervention.
    • A multi-step approach, including assessment, planning, and follow-up, is recommended.
    • Referral for specialized psychiatric or psychological care may be necessary for persistent issues.