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bingousmle - 04-19-10 12:57
A 23-year-old man is following up to discuss the results of laboratory tests you did at his complete physical examination 1 week ago. His HIV screen was positive, and you need to tell him this news. Of the following,
which is the most appropriate approach?
a. Begin the session by inquiring about his understanding of HIV
b. Help him prepare for the information by using a statement like, Im afraid I
have some bad news for you
c. Ensure you schedule enough time to discuss treatment goals and options
d. Make sure he brings a support person into the room before you disclose the test
results
e. Offer hope by saying, Im sure there will be a cure for this disease soon
bingousmle - 04-19-10 12:57
A 23-year-old man is following up to discuss the results of laboratory tests you did at his complete physical examination 1 week ago. His HIV screen was positive, and you need to tell him this news. Of the following,
which is the most appropriate approach?
a. Begin the session by inquiring about his understanding of HIV
b. Help him prepare for the information by using a statement like, Im afraid I
have some bad news for you
c. Ensure you schedule enough time to discuss treatment goals and options
d. Make sure he brings a support person into the room before you disclose the test
results
e. Offer hope by saying, Im sure there will be a cure for this disease soon
The correct answer and explanation will be available after you answer.
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#10
Re: ethics mtniharika - 04-30-10 08:53 My answer is: c.
c. Ensure you schedule enough time to discuss treatment goals and options... after preparing him well for an important news.
#12
Re: ethics
bingousmle - 05-04-10 13:46 Using a âwarningâ statement allows the patient to mentally prepare for the upcoming information.. so the physician should begin by Helping him prepare for the information by using a statement like, âIâm afraid I
have some bad news for youâ
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Re: ethics babbu5508 - 05-20-10 03:52 My answer is: b.
b. Help him prepare for the information by using a statement like, âIâm afraid I
have some bad news for youâ...so that he would not be shocked at once.
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