Manage risk better
Most things we do in life have risks and benefits, and delivering healthcare is no different. When making decisions about treatment or care each individual needs to weigh up the advantages and disadvantages of each option.
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Managing risk eLearning module
The Managing Risk eLearning module introduces learners to the role of risk in the practice of Realistic Medicine and Value Based Health and Care. Undertaking this module will provide the foundations for managing risk better.
Please note you will need to be logged into Turas or register a free account with Turas in order to access this module.
Links to helpful tools and resources
These online modules hosted by e-Learning for Health covers how to discuss the concept of risk with patients in a way they will understand. Access to these modules requires registration with the e-Learning for Health platform:
The Risk Enablement Toolkit was developed by NHS Grampian colleagues in collaboration with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde as part of an NHS Education Scotland (NES) Allied Health Professionals Careers Fellowship. It provides resources to help staff empower people and colleagues to focus on personal outcomes when managing risk:
Content updated September 2025