■ Patients have access to information about their condition, the treatment options available, and the risks and benefits of different options relative to their own situation ■ Education empowers patients to manage their own health ■ Patients feel confident in asking questions and engaging in a discussion about medicines
Patients have enough knowledge to participate as partners
■ Patients are invited to talk about medicines-taking ■ Professionals fully explain the agreed treatment ■ Patients and health professionals reach a joint understanding of the decision ■ Patients’ ability to follow treatment is checked
Prescribing consultations will involve patients as partners
■ Medications are reviewed regularly with patients ■ All opportunities are used to discuss medicines and medicine-taking ■ Practical difficulties in taking medicines are addressed ■ Information is effectively shared between professionals