Practice Tools
Practical tools for whole-person healthcare
The FFA Practice Tools are designed to help translate Beyond the Diagnosis learning into everyday healthcare practice. Use them as quick-reference prompts before, during or after clinical encounters, for reflection, or as part of ongoing professional learning.
Quick-Reference Tools
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A quick-reference framework for considering the person beyond the immediate clinical task across five domains: Clinical, Individual, Social, Family and Healthcare Experience.
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A brief before-the-patient-leaves communication habit to check that the person has been heard, assumptions have been considered, next steps are understood and nothing important has been missed.
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A practical six-step structure for deeper conversations: Notice, Ask, Listen, Include, Respond and Revisit.
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Five quick prompts supporting language that is accurate, necessary, neutral, person-led and inclusive.
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A structured reflection tool for learning, simulation, placement, supervision and clinical practice.
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A concise tool for recording learning, identifying a practice commitment and reflecting on whether that change influenced practice.