The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has revised the Australian Open Disclosure Framework, which now applies across all healthcare settings.
The revised Framework supports all healthcare professionals in Australia to communicate openly with patients when things go wrong in health care.
Originally released in 2014, the updated Framework reflects contemporary clinical practice and strengthens its focus on person-centred care.
The Framework sets out a nationally consistent approach to open disclosure, supporting clear, timely and compassionate communication with patients when things do not go to plan.