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have been shown to offer significant advantages in clinical settings. Standard 4: Developing an Individual Management Plan (IMP) STANDARD STATEMENT RATIONALE CRITERIA EVIDENCE (EXAMPLES) 4a. All patients should have an individually developed plan for the management of their needs. This plan: Is initially based on information gathered at the assessment phase, Is determined in conjunction with the patient and/or their significant other(s), Is accessible to the clinical team, Includes recommended interventions to best meet the patients needs. An Individual Management Plan approach is most effective if it takes into account a range of factors in addition to the type and level of hearing loss. An effective IMP relied on consultation between the vestibular audiology professional, the patient and his or her significant other(s). Only when the parties are committed to the joint goals is an optimal outcome achieved. To be successful, IMPs need to be flexible. Flexibility within the structure of the IMP is beneficial because the content and goals may change over time, reflecting the positive outcomes of interventions. An effective IMP will detail specific actions associated with agreed 4a.1. Within in the audiology vestibular service there is an agreed approach to IMP development. Service wide (SBG) guidelines on use, development and implementation of IMPs, including reference to agreed needs, actions and outcomes. Audit of clinician’s compliance with service guidelines. 4a.2. The IMP includes agreed needs, actions and outcomes. Audit of clinical record to ensure inclusion of information on each individual’s vestibular status, expectations, social status, option for rehabilitation, referral to other agencies and specific goals. Results from individual clinician’s peer review demonstrating compliance
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