So, what does a goal sheet look like? Let’s see how Charlie got on writing Dorothy’s goals.
Having read through the comments, Charlie takes the opportunity to meet with his clinical supervisor to discuss and reflect on how his key worker role has gone so far.
Patient’s Name: Dorothy Kildare D.O.B: 29/02/1941 Key Worker: Charlie Farhead
Patient Priorities: To go home and be independent:
- To walk inside and outside
- To manage in the toilet by myself
- To get dressed
- To go up and down the stairs
- To get in and out of my bath
- To meet my friends for a coffee
- To get back to driving (longer-term goal)
The priorities are detailed and clear. It’s great that you have included her longer term goal so it doesn’t get forgotten.
| Date | Current Status | Goal | Outcome | Review Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29/10/20 | Dorothy walks the length of the gym with the help of two members of staff | Dorothy will walk the length of the gym with the help of one member of staff | 14/11/20 | |
| 29/10/20 | When requiring the toilet Dorothy buzzes at her bed space and requires the help from two staff and the turner to get on and off the toilet | Dorothy will wheel herself through to the toilet; alert staff once there that she needs help and will step round onto and off the toilet with the help of two staff | 14/11/20 | |
| 29/10/20 | Dorothy can put on her t-shirt and jumper but requires assistance from two people for her pants and trousers | Dorothy will put her pants and trousers on sitting down only getting help from one person to pull them up when standing | 14/11/20 | |
| 29/10/20 | Dorothy hasn’t done stairs since her stroke and feels that her poor balance (she requires support from a table or one person at all times when standing) and weak leg makes it difficult. | Dorothy will consistently be able to stand without holding onto anything for 30 seconds | 14/11/20 | |
| 29/10/20 | Since her stroke Dorothy has been using the wet floor shower and shower chair in the ward | Dorothy will know what the possible options are for getting in and out of her bath at home | 14/11/20 | |
| 29/10/20 | Dorothy hasn’t been out of the ward since her admission and feels anxious about what people will think of her when she is off the ward | Dorothy will organise to go to the hospital cafe; have a drink with her family and friends and feel confident when socialising out with the ward | 14/11/20 |
Clear set review date which seems appropriate for these goals.
Clear simple starting point making goal identification and measurement of outcome easier.
Goals are simple; measurable and seem appropriate.
Use of patient-friendly language good. I also like the use of the patient’s name which personalises it even more.
Often with this stage goals tend to be impairment/activity related it is good that you have included a participation one as well. See ‘Additional Information’ box below.
Doctor: Dr Steffi Scope PT: Janet Joint OT: Ruth Rail SLT: Sally Swallow Nurse : Charlie Farhead
Good to fill this section in so it is clear who is involved and has been consulted.
Page last reviewed: 13 Jan 2021
