BAOD practical strategies for the ward concertina

These practical ward-based strategies are designed to support safe, compassionate, and person-centred care from the moment someone is admitted. Each card offers clear goals and simple, effective actions that kaimahi can use in everyday practice—whether it’s building trust early, anticipating withdrawal, de-escalating distress, supporting informed choice, planning care collaboratively, applying harm-reduction approaches, or strengthening therapeutic relationships.