What should be documented in the decision-making process?

Documenting the decision-making process is vital for ensuring transparency, accountability, and clarity in any situation, particularly in the field of recovery support. Choosing to document the reasoning, outcome, and the process itself allows for a comprehensive understanding of how decisions were reached, which can be beneficial for future reference and learning.

By recording the reasoning, you provide context to support the decision, making it easier for others to understand the thought process behind it. Including the outcome means that the results of the decision can be assessed and used as feedback for future decisions. Documenting the process itself highlights the steps taken, any challenges faced, and how the decision was navigated. This full-spectrum documentation helps to create a transparent environment and supports continued growth and improvement in recovery services.

In contrast, focusing only on the outcome misses important context that could inform future decision-making. Just documenting the reasoning neglects the results and the procedural aspects, while documenting only the final decision does not capture the journey taken to arrive at that decision. Thus, a holistic approach is essential in effective decision-making documentation.