CM. Delivering Bad/Unexpected News
If you have to give the woman news which is likely to be difficult, distressing or unexpected, consider using a short opening phrase such as:
Provide information about next steps including:
- If they need to see another health professional, explain why they need to see them and how the referral will work.
- What might happen in the meantime?
- Whom to contact if she needs help or information before then?
It may be difficult, and possibly inappropriate, to try to end on a positive note when a woman is experiencing a miscarriage but it’s good to summarise briefly what you have discussed and ask if she has any questions.
You may find it useful to use phrases such as:
