Multiple priorities: summary
So there are four general strategies you can often use if confronted with a problem when you have multiple other priorities:- Gather Information. Define the issues so you can make an informed decision.
- Prioritise the demands on your time. What is most clinically urgent?
- Ask for Help. You’re not alone, you’re part of a team.
- And always Communicate what you’re doing with the people you're dealing with.
Sometimes you will have to say ‘no’ to other people’s priorities. You may find this difficult – especially at the beginning of your career. If you’d like to see our thoughts on how to do this, please click here.