Patient Interview Flashcards
1
Q
What is the personal space?
What can you do with the patient in this space?
A
2-4 ft from patient.
Conduct the interview
2
Q
What is the intimate space?
What can you do with the patient in this space?
A
0-2 feet away
You can conduct the physical exam
3
Q
What is the social space?
What can you do with the patient in this space?
A
4-12 ft away from patient
-introduce yourself in this space.