CH.2 The Medical History and the Interview

Question 1

Introduction

Answer 1

–patient’s medical history is the foundation of a comprehensive assessment
–Traditionally done by the physician
–RTs interview the patient to assess effects of treatment and identify changes in pulmonary statues
–Rt must be able to review the patient’s chart to identify key facts in the medical history

Question 2

Patient Interview: Communication

Answer 2

–important part of the patient interaction
–many factors influence how patient may interpret you verbal and nonverbal communication skills
–a common mistake made by health care providers is not listening to the patient

Question 3

Patient Interview: Structuring the interview

Answer 3

–project undivided interest in the patient
–introduce yourself in a professional manner
–respect the patient’s beliefs and attitudes
–use a relaxed conversational style that communicates empathy and genuine concern
–a relaxed, conversational style on the part of the healthcare professional with questions and statement that communicate empathy encourages patients to experes their concerns

Question 4

Patient Interview: Questions and statements

Answer 4

–use open-ended questions at times
–closed questions provide clarification
–avoid using leading questions
–repeating certain words the patient just used can stimulate further input from the patient