Improving experiences of transgender patients in inpatient services through a ward based staff training program

Noah Stanton; Phoebe Lyons; Dr Amy Barsby

doi:10.1192/bjo.2021.594

Improving experiences of transgender patients in inpatient services through a ward based staff training program

Published online by Cambridge University Press: 18 June 2021

Noah Stanton ,

Phoebe Lyons and

Dr Amy Barsby

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Noah Stanton*: Affiliation:
Lancashire Care NHS Foundation Trust
Phoebe Lyons: Affiliation:
Lancashire Care NHS Foundation Trust
Dr Amy Barsby: Affiliation:
Lancashire Care NHS Foundation Trust
*: *corresponding author.

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Abstract

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Aims

The aim was to improve the experience of transgender patients in a general adult inpatient setting, through delivering practical 'bitesize' ward-based staff training. This training was to improve awareness of issues faced by transgender patients, knowledge around gender dysphoria, and increase confidence in discussing these issues appropiately with patients.

Method

Staff from a range of disciplines attended sessions held on the ward in small groups; these bite size sessions were delivered in under 20 minutes making them easy to fit around clinical commitments.

Result

All attendants rated increased confidence in their skills and ability to support transgender patients.

Conclusion

Improved staff training specifically focussing on transgender patients can contribute towards improved care for this patient group; this should form part of a wider strategy including clear operational policy and supportive environments.

Type: Quality Improvement
Information: BJPsych Open , Volume 7 , Supplement S1: Abstracts of the RCPsych Virtual International Congress 2021, 21–24 June , June 2021 , pp. S223

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1192/bjo.2021.594 [Opens in a new window]
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