Giving Explanations to Patients

Lipids and Cardiovascular Health Explaining Cardiovascular Risk to Patients Giving Explanations to Patients

When giving explanations to patients, it is important to consider some general points:

 

  • Pace of delivery
  • Avoiding jargon
  • Tailoring information to patient
  • Patient’s agenda
  • Allowing questions
  • Giving time to make decisions
  • Negotiation
  • Checking understanding
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