Sarah and Theo Smith- Collaborative Discussion Questions

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Q1: Sarah asks you if she can see her baby again. You kindly arranged a video call an hour ago as Baby Theo is still in another hospital.

What would you do?
1. Make a phone call to the other hospital to see if this is possible, as you know this is a difficult situation and must be hard for Sarah.
2. You decide to have a discussion with Sarah with the curtains closed around the bed. You explain to her that you have already organised a video call today and that she needs to rest and stop worrying. Her baby is being looked after and the nurses need to be allowed to do their jobs without being interrupted all the time. You will ask the nurse on shift tomorrow to organise a video call.
3. Let Sarah know that you have heard her request and you will get back to her once you have finished helping all the other patients.

Q2: Sarah is still on the ward away from her new-born baby. As you walk past you can see that the curtains are around the bed space are closed and you can hear crying. No other staff are around.

What would you do?
1. Keep walking as the curtains are obviously around for a reason and she is upset. She must want time on her own.
2. Ask Sarah if you can come into the bed space and offer to support her. Listen to her concerns and put a plan of action in place for how her concerns can be better managed.
3. Open the curtains and ask Sarah to explain what her concerns are.

Q3: Sarah calls you over and informs you that she is going to self discharge and go to see her baby at the local hospital.

What would you do?
1. Tell Sarah that this will not be happening and that she is not ready to be discharged yet and needs to stay where she is.
2. Explain to Sarah that it would not be in her best interests to leave the hospital at the moment due to her current medication, post operative condition and health. Agree to have a chat with her and the ward manager about how you can facilitate more contact with Baby Theo to ensure they are bonding as much as possible.
3. Ring security and tell Sarah that they are on their way.

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[Sharon Hanson]

Q1: Sarah asks you if she can see her baby again. You kindly arranged a video call an hour ago as Baby Theo is still in another hospital.
A: I would try and arrange for a daily video call with the other hospital whilst also explaining sensitively to Sarah that Theo is in safe hands and being constantly monitored. I would also make her aware that this may not always be possible due to emergencies that may arise on the wards but that we will always try our best to make it happen.

Q2: Sarah is still on the ward away from her new-born baby. As you walk past you can see that the curtains are around the bed space are closed and you can hear crying. No other staff are around.
A: I would ask her if she is okay and offer support around the reason why she is upset. I would listen to her concerns and put a plan of action in place for how her concerns can be better managed. Maybe there are other mums on the ward who are going through the same thing that she could confide in or are there support groups that would be able to help?

Q3: Sarah calls you over and informs you that she is going to self discharge and go to see her baby at the local hospital.
A: It would not be in Sarah’s best interests to self-discharge and it is imperative for her to understand that the best thing for Theo, as his mother, is to recuperate and restore her own health. I think it is a good idea to explore the possibility of facilitating more contact with Baby Theo if this is possible.

[Lisa Borderick]

Q1 I would sort of do a combination of all three answers, if I was busy with another patient I would acknowledge the request so she is aware I’m not ignoring her needs and will speak with her at a more convenient time giving my full attention to the situation. I would possibly call the other hospital to see if they can arrange a set time of day for a video call daily to offer some structure and expectations for Sarah. I would reassure her that although the Nurses are busy looking after Theo they would inform Sarah of any important changes to his status.

Q2 I would ask Sarah if she would like me to come and offer support and after listening carefully to her concerns put a plan together with her to input and agreement, to enable us to manage them.

Q3 I would advise against leaving and explain the reasoning clearly and make sure she understands, getting the ward manager involved would be a good idea as they could also explain and offer advice and maybe a resolution to the problem. They could liaise with the other hospital and plan a way forward to manage the situation to keep everyone safe and offer Sarah some options about how to bond with Theo more effectively. Could Sarah be moved closer to Theo? Could she have more regular video calls ? Are there other professionals available that can offer counselling and coping strategies for Sarah and her husband in this very difficult situation they find themselves in?

[Katie Powell]

Q1. I would arrange for a daily video call, but also speak to Sarah and explain that it may not always be possible to have more than one call a day as there needs to be nursing care carried out with Theo. She also needs to rest and recover from her procedure, letting her know that the nurses are looking after Theo and that if there is any changes to report then this will be done straight away.
Q2. I would ask Sarah if I can enter her bed space, keeping the curtain closed. I would try and comfort her, offer support and reassure her. Put a plan in place to with her to manage her concerns better
Q3. Explain to Sarah that it would not be in her best interests to leave the hospital at the moment due to her current medication, post operative condition and health. Agree to have a chat with her and the ward manager about how you can facilitate more contact with Baby Theo to ensure they are bonding as much as possible.

[Thomas Steedman]

Q1: Sarah asks you if she can see her baby again. You kindly arranged a video call an hour ago as Baby Theo is still in another hospital.
A:
Make a phone call to the other hospital to see if this is possible, as you know this is a difficult situation and must be hard for Sarah.

Q2: Sarah is still on the ward away from her newborn baby. As you walk past you can see that the curtains are around the bed space are closed and you can hear crying. No other staff are around.
A:
Ask Sarah if you can come into the bed space and offer to support her. Listen to her concerns and put a plan of action in place for how her concerns can be better managed.

Q3: Sarah calls you over and informs you that she is going to self-discharge and go to see her baby at the local hospital.
A:
Explain to Sarah that it would not be in her best interests to leave the hospital at the moment due to her current medication, post-operative condition and health. Agree to have a chat with her and the ward manager about how you can facilitate more contact with Baby Theo to ensure they are bonding as much as possible.

[Bethany Stansfield]

Question 1)I would make a phone call to the other hospital to see if this is possible, as you know this is a difficult situation and must be hard for Sarah and let Sarah know that you have heard her request and you will get back to her once you have finished helping all the other patients.

Question 2)I would Ask Sarah if you can come into the bed space and offer to support her. Listen to her concerns and put a plan of action in place for how her concerns can be better managed.

Question 3) I would explain to Sarah that it would not be in her best interests to leave the hospital at the moment due to her current medication, post operative condition and health. Agree to have a chat with her and the ward manager about how you can facilitate more contact with Baby Theo to ensure they are bonding as much as possible.

[Maria-Camelia Moraru]

1)I would make a phone call to the other hospital to see if this is possible, as this is a difficult situation and must be hard for Sarah. Reassure Sarah that we are working on her request.
2)I would ask Sarah if I can come into the bed space and offer to support her. Listen to her concerns and put a plan of action in place for how her concerns can be better managed.
3)Explain to Sarah that it would not be in her best interests to leave the hospital at the moment due to her current medication, post operative condition and health. Agree to have a chat with her and the ward manager about how you can facilitate more contact with Baby Theo to ensure they are bonding as much as possible.

[Louise Jane Barber]

Q1) Make a phone call to the other hospital to see if this is possible, as you know this is a difficult situation and must be hard for Sarah.

Q2) Ask Sarah if you can come into the bed space and offer to support her. Listen to her concerns and put a plan of action in place for how her concerns can be better managed.

Q3) Explain to Sarah that it would not be in her best interests to leave the hospital at the moment due to her current medication, post operative condition and health. Agree to have a chat with her and the ward manager about how you can facilitate more contact with Baby Theo to ensure they are bonding as much as possible.

[Georgia-Danielle Ward]

Q1) Make a phone call to the other hospital to see if this is possible, as you know this is a difficult situation and must be hard for Sarah.
Q2) Ask Sarah if you can come into the bed space and offer to support her. Listen to her concerns and put a plan of action in place for how her concerns can be better managed.
Q3) Explain to Sarah that it would not be in her best interests to leave the hospital at the moment due to her current medication, post operative condition and health. Agree to have a chat with her and the ward manager about how you can facilitate more contact with Baby Theo to ensure they are bonding as much as possible.

[Kate Hanson]

For Question 1, I would choose option 1 but explain that I may not be able to call right that second but that I would as soon as I had a moment if the ward was too busy.

For Question 2, I would choose option 2. I would gain consent to enter the bed space and then listen to her concerns and provide reassurance.

For Question 3, I would choose option 2 and explain that she needs to look after both herself and her baby, and her own recovery is an important part of that.

[Rebecca McHale]

Question 1- I would choose option 1 and I would validate Sarah’s concerns/feelings and explain to her I will contact the hospital as soon as I can due to the ward being so busy.

Question 2 – I would choose option 2. It is important to gain consent to enter the bedspace as it is respecting the patient’s privacy I would listen to her worries and try and offer some sort of reassurance.

Question 3 – I would choose option 2. I would inform Sarah that it is not in her best interest to discharge herself and I would remind her it is important she recovers well so then she can be there for her son Theo.

[Jodie Hollinshead]

Question 1) I would choose option one also. Whilst it is important for Sarah to try and rest so she can recuperate, she isn’t likely to be able to focus on anything else other than her baby at this moment in time. Being so far away must feel awful, she must feel so helpless and upset, As a parent you want to be able to protect and be there for your children and she will be feeling the same. Although the ward will get busy, and as nurses we unfortunately will not have time to solely dedicate to one patient, we want to do everything we can to put her at ease as much as is possible in this situation. Validating how she feels is crucial. If she feels listened to and supported then will possibly understand how busy everything is and that we will do our very best for her.

Question 2) I would choose option two. Before intruding we would need to gain consent from Sarah to open the curtains and come in, as we would need to respect her privacy and dignity at all times. If she was happy to speak then I would go in to comfort her and see how I could help.

Question 3) I would choose option two. If Sarah discharged herself it would not be beneficial to her at this time, however I could understand her reasons for wanting to do so, so that she could be with her baby. I would explain the situation and talk to her, let her tell me how she is feeling and explain things to her gently so as to reassure her that we are doing all we can to help and have hers and her babys best interests at heart.

[Alayna Gipson]

Q1: Sarah asks you if she can see her baby again. You kindly arranged a video call an hour ago as Baby Theo is still in another hospital. What would you do?
1. Make a phone call to the other hospital to see if this is possible, as you know this is a difficult situation and must be hard for Sarah.
I would also reassure Sarah that although the unit and staff are busy she can always speak to staff about any concerns.
I would be empathetic with Sarah’s situation and acknowledge her anxieties and concerns, so she doesn’t feel a burden or alone.
I would also reassure Sarah that the staff at the hospital are amazing and will be taking good care of her baby.

Q2: Sarah is still on the ward away from her newborn baby. As you walk past you can see that the curtains are around the bed space are closed and you can hear crying. No other staff are around. What would you do?
2. Ask Sarah if you can come into the bed space and offer to support her. Listen to her concerns and put a plan of action in place for how her concerns can be better managed. Offering all the reassurance as mentioned above.

Q3: Sarah calls you over and informs you that she is going to self-discharge and go to see her baby at the local hospital. What would you do?
2. Explain to Sarah that it would not be in her best interests to leave the hospital at the moment due to her current medication, post-operative condition and health. Agree to have a chat with her and the ward manager about how you can facilitate more contact with Baby Theo to ensure they are bonding as much as possible.

[Ewa Beska]

Question 1.
I would make a phone call to the other hospital to see if this is possible, as you know this is a difficult situation and must be hard for Sarah
Question 2.
I would ask Sarah if you can come into the bed space and offer to support her. Listen to her concerns and put a plan of action in place for how her concerns can be better managed.
Question 3.
I would explain to Sarah that it would not be in her best interests to leave the hospital at the moment due to her current medication, post operative condition and health. Agree to have a chat with her and the ward manager about how you can facilitate more contact with Baby Theo to ensure they are bonding as much as possible.

[Ariane Wilcock]

Q1: A: 1. Make a phone call to the other hospital to see if this is possible, as you know this is a difficult situation and must be hard for Sarah.

Q2: A: 2. Ask Sarah if you can come into the bed space and offer to support her. Listen to her concerns and put a plan of action in place for how her concerns can be better managed.

Q3: A: 2. Explain to Sarah that it would not be in her best interests to leave the hospital at the moment due to her current medication, post operative condition and health. Agree to have a chat with her and the ward manager about how you can facilitate more contact with Baby Theo to ensure they are bonding as much as possible.

[Thubelihle Ndebele]

Q1: Sarah asks you if she can see her baby again. You kindly arranged a video call an hour ago as Baby Theo is still in another hospital.
Make a phone call to the other hospital to see if this is possible, as you know this is a difficult situation and must be hard for Sarah. Then I would give her feedback on what the other hospital has said and what will happen next.

Q2: Sarah is still on the ward away from her new-born baby. As you walk past you can see that the curtains are around the bed space are closed and you can hear crying. No other staff are around.
Ask Sarah if you can come into the bed space and offer to support her. Listen to her concerns and put a plan of action in place for how her concerns can be better managed.

Q3: Sarah calls you over and informs you that she is going to self discharge and go to see her baby at the local hospital.
What would you do?
Explain to Sarah that it would not be in her best interests to leave the hospital at the moment due to her current medication, post operative condition and health. Agree to have a chat with her and the ward manager about how you can facilitate more contact with Baby Theo to ensure they are bonding as much as possible.

[Chantal Kananga]

Q1: Sarah asks you if she can see her baby again. You kindly arranged a video call an hour ago as Baby Theo is still in another hospital.

What would you do?
You decide to have a discussion with Sarah with the curtains closed around the bed. You explain to her that you have already organised a video call today and that she needs to rest and stop worrying. Her baby is being looked after and the nurses need to be allowed to do their jobs without being interrupted all the time. You will ask the nurse on shift tomorrow to organise a video call.

Q2: Sarah is still on the ward away from her new-born baby. As you walk past you can see that the curtains are around the bed space are closed and you can hear crying. No other staff are around.

What would you do?
Ask Sarah if you can come into the bed space and offer to support her. Listen to her concerns and put a plan of action in place for how her concerns can be better managed.

Q3: Sarah calls you over and informs you that she is going to self discharge and go to see her baby at the local hospital.

What would you do?
Explain to Sarah that it would not be in her best interests to leave the hospital at the moment due to her current medication, post operative condition and health. Agree to have a chat with her and the ward manager about how you can facilitate more contact with Baby Theo to ensure they are bonding as much as possible.

[Elizabeth Kachione]

Q 1: A. Make a phone call to the other hospital to see if this is possible, as you know this is a difficult situation and must be hard for Sarah.
Q 2: A. Ask Sarah if you can come into the bed space and offer to support her. Listen to her concerns and put a plan of action in place for how her concerns can be better
managed.
Q 3: A. Explain to Sarah that it would not be in her best interests to leave the hospital at the moment due to her current medication, post-operative condition, and health. Agree
to have a chat with her and the ward manager about how you can facilitate more contact with Baby Theo to ensure they are bonding as much as possible.

[Sudichha Ghale]

Q1) = 1
Q2) = 2
Q3) = 3

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