Question 10 • AA - S26 Introduction to Healthcare Science
While the doctor explains a diagnosis to a patient, the patient has a confused look on his face. What should the doctor do to ensure effective communication?
Answer
A
Tell the patient not to worry about it and to just take the medication.
B
Ignore the nonverbal cue, and continue with the confusing diagnosis.
C
Ask if the patient understands, and if they don’t, explain it again in different terms.
D
Cross his arms to show the patient that he does not have the time to go through everything he said again.