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Top tips to deal with challenging situations: doctor–patient interactions

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Interactions between patients and medical practitioners can sometimes be challenging. We have all had consultations where the interaction was not optimal, either as medical practitioners or as a patient ourselves.… Click to show full abstract

Interactions between patients and medical practitioners can sometimes be challenging. We have all had consultations where the interaction was not optimal, either as medical practitioners or as a patient ourselves. Neither normally wishes to cause a difficult situation but common misunderstandings, by both groups, often result in such an occurrence. Communication and listening skills are essential for every consultation but in particular, for situations where the interaction may become difficult. When challenging situations arise in doctor–patient interactions, how can we best manage them? http://ow.ly/J1GI30bD5wp

Keywords: top tips; tips deal; doctor patient; patient interactions; challenging situations

Journal Title: Breathe
Year Published: 2017

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