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Discussion Post: Communication from the Patient Perspective
Instructions
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Task
The chapter reading and lessons in this module review the communication process. Imagine this scenario:
A patient called the doctor's office stating they broke their ankle and must see a specialist tomorrow, but they require a referral. The receptionist explained they are busy right now because their coworker called in sick, the schedule is packed, the doctor is running behind, and the phone is ringing off the hook. They explained they cannot complete the referral request right now.
1) In your initial post, summarize how emotions can interfere with the communication process from the perspective of both the patient and the receptionist in this situation. Get the instant assignment help.
2) In your response posts, describe which listening skills would be required to adequately address the patient's needs. You can also describe an alternate communication that could have resulted in a resolution.