Professionalism

Question 1

What is consent?

Answer 1

When you get permission before any medical treatment. Must be voluntary (not influences/forced) and informed and given by someone with capacity to do the above.

Question 2

What is confidentiality?

Answer 2

Information that is secret. Never discuss a patient in a public place or social media. Important to maintain trust.

Question 3

What are the professional responsibilities of medical students?

Answer 3

Always introduce yourself, and as a med student.

Question 4

What is the dress code for medical students?

Answer 4

Bare below the elbows and ID visible. No trainers.

Question 5

What are the benefits to good communication to patients and professionals.

Answer 5

Aiding diagnosis, therapeutic benefits for patient and reduces errors.

Question 6

Describe the basic structure of the Calgary-Cambridge framework

Answer 6

1. Initiating session with patient: develop a friendly rapport, and identify reason for session.
2. Gather info: explore patient’s problems and understand their viewpoint.
3. Physical Exam
4. Explanation and Planning: provide information and achieve shared understanding and make decisions
5. Closing the session