Initial Assessment (Nos)

Key learning point 1. Initial assessment.
The initial assessment is so important as it lays not only the foundations for a successful client/practitioner relationship but also the foundations for treatment and also establishes the understanding around the clients needs and your capabilities as a practitioner. If you as the practitioner are the correct professional to help, then great…if not then a referral needs to be made.
The initial assessment also gives protection to the practitioner and is essential part of NOS. It facilitates preparing cases properly and will also cover the informed consent part of practising as consent is not valid whether declared or inferred unless it is informed – this basically means the client knows what you