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How do you deal with patients that appear unreasonable, or disrespectful?
Any experience anyone?
Any experience anyone?
How do you deal with patients that appear unreasonable, or disrespectful?
Any experience anyone?
How do you deal with patients that appear unreasonable, or disrespectful?
Any experience anyone?
I made a patient's chaperone extremely upset by asking her to identify herself and her relation to the patient. The resultant outburst of anger included her getting personal, and screaming uncontrollably.
I find this unfortunate, and regret that the situation got out of hand.
How do you deal with patients that appear unreasonable, or disrespectful?
Any experience anyone?
I made a patient's chaperone extremely upset by asking her to identify herself and her relation to the patient. The resultant outburst of anger included her getting personal, and screaming uncontrollably.
I find this unfortunate, and regret that the situation got out of hand.
How do you deal with patients that appear unreasonable, or disrespectful?
Any experience anyone?
As already mentioned, next time, ask the patient to explain their relationship. I, too, do this by asking the patient something to the effect of, "and who is this gentleman/young lady with you?"I made a patient's chaperone extremely upset by asking her to identify herself and her relation to the patient. The resultant outburst of anger included her getting personal, and screaming uncontrollably.
I find this unfortunate, and regret that the situation got out of hand.
If you asked it in that exact way and are not just stating it formally it is unfortunate and the person overreacted but you could ask better. When I ask this question I try to make the person feel good whereas your statement has the potential to be seen as a challenge to the patient if they are defensive or sensitive. It's easier for guys as a guy. Just say Who's this awesome guy" here or and for women guests I first say hello, make eye contact with warm eyes and ask them "before WE start, it's a pleasure to meet you. How are you related to the patient?" It established inclusion. If it's just a sitter you'll look awkward but it's better than offending a atient.
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How do you deal with patients that appear unreasonable, or disrespectful?
Any experience anyone?
How do you deal with patients that appear unreasonable, or disrespectful?
Any experience anyone?
Just to clarify, you can't discharge an emergency patient (even with a distasteful personality), correct?As a student or resident (depending on where you work) your options maybe limited. As an attending the phrase "get the f*** out of my ED" has been spoken by myself to many a patient; I would not do this as a resident. I personally remind the patient of our respective roles and if the abuse continues I either leave, attempt to peace making gesture ("I want my sister back now!", "I need a turkey sandwich!") or have the patient escorted out. You can always turn to your attendings and I personally have a zero tolerance policy for ANY disrespect to my staff.
As a student or resident (depending on where you work) your options maybe limited. As an attending the phrase "get the f*** out of my ED" has been spoken by myself to many a patient; I would not do this as a resident. I personally remind the patient of our respective roles and if the abuse continues I either leave, attempt to peace making gesture ("I want my sister back now!", "I need a turkey sandwich!") or have the patient escorted out. You can always turn to your attendings and I personally have a zero tolerance policy for ANY disrespect to my staff.
How do you deal with patients that appear unreasonable, or disrespectful?
Any experience anyone?
How do you deal with patients that appear unreasonable, or disrespectful?
Any experience anyone?