Assessment: Begin by assessing the patient's condition, needs, and preferences. This assessment provides the foundation for setting realistic and relevant objectives. Collaboration: Work with the healthcare team, including doctors, therapists, and the patient themselves to identify and agree on the desired outcomes. Specificity: Make the objectives specific. For example, instead of saying "improve mobility," say "the patient will walk 100 meters with a walker within two weeks." Measurability: Ensure that the objectives are measurable. This could include specific metrics such as pain levels, blood pressure readings, or mobility distances. Time-bound: Assign a timeframe for achieving the objectives to provide a clear deadline and facilitate regular progress evaluation.
