Week 13: Navigating medical settings Flashcards
Mutual Participation Model
A doctor-patient relationship model based on an equal partnership, where both the patient and doctor contribute to treatment decisions.
Active-Passive Model
A doctor-patient relationship model where the physician acts upon the patient, who is treated as an inanimate object. This model is often used in emergency situations.
Adherence (Treatment Adherence)
The extent to which a patient’s behavior corresponds with agreed-upon recommendations from a healthcare provider, such as taking prescribed medications.
Concordance
A similarity or shared identity between a physician and a patient, often based on demographic attributes such as race, sex, or age.
Guidance-Cooperation Model
A doctor-patient relationship model where the doctor uses their knowledge to make recommendations for the patient, who lacks the same medical expertise.
what are the four elements that form the foundation of the doctor-patient relationship?
The four elements that form the foundation of the doctor-patient relationship are trust, knowledge, regard, and loyalty. These elements are important for building a strong and effective patient-provider connection.
Describe the “Active-Passive” model of the doctor-patient relationship, and under what circumstances might it be appropriate?
The Active-Passive model is based on the physician acting upon the patient, who is treated as an inanimate object. This model might be appropriate in emergencies or when the patient is unconscious or unable to participate in their care.
How does the “Mutual Participation” model of the doctor-patient relationship differ from the “Guidance-Cooperation” model?
the “Guidance-Cooperation” model, the doctor holds a position of power based on their knowledge, making recommendations to the patient. In contrast, the “Mutual Participation” model is an equal partnership where both parties have power and collaborate on treatment.
List three psychological attributions patients might make about the cause of their illness.
Patients might attribute their illness to stress or worry, a negative mental attitude, or aspects of their personality. These psychological attributions can affect how patients cope with and respond to their health issues.
What are three ways patients might describe their timeline beliefs about an illness?
Patients might describe their timeline beliefs about an illness as acute (lasting a short time), chronic (likely to be permanent), or cyclical (symptoms that come and go in cycles). These perceptions significantly influence a patient’s outlook on their health and treatment.
According to Horne and Weinman’s research on treatment adherence, what two key categories of beliefs influence whether patients will take their medications?
According to Horne and Weinman, treatment adherence is influenced by two key categories: perceptions of the necessity of the medication and concerns about the medication. These beliefs affect the likelihood a patient will adhere to prescribed treatment plans.
What did Petrie et al.’s 2011 study on asthma treatment discover about the relationship between text message intervention and adherence to medication?
Petrie et al.’s study discovered that a text message program that aimed to modify patients’ illness and treatment beliefs led to improved self-reported adherence to asthma preventer medication. This suggests that targeted interventions can enhance patient outcomes.
What is the primary complaint patients have about doctors, and what are three goals for good doctor-patient communication, according to the material?
Patient complaints about doctors usually center on communication, not competency. Three goals of effective doctor-patient communication are creating a good interpersonal relationship, exchanging information, and including patients in decision-making.
In the context of illness perceptions, what are two examples of emotional responses a patient may have?
patients may have emotional responses such as depression or anxiety. These emotional experiences influence how patients perceive and manage their condition.
