Doc-nurse relationships: A sore subject in sore need of a solutionA study published February in Nursing Management advised that education and training play a key role in conflict management so that nurses learn how to effectively mediate disputes themselves. Practice Gems: Give your patients tools to write down information LETTER: The trials of fighting drug-seekers, redux PRACTICE GEMS: What to say when you can’t find anything wrong Six tips for a smooth transition to a new group practice Do your research before joining a practice, and be sure to foster good communication once you’re there Mirroring to build patient support PRACTICE GEMS: Build time into your schedule Smooth moves in the exam room ballet How to execute the Typhoid Mary routine with an infectious—or otherwise obnoxious—patient YOUR TURN: 'Patient' versus 'client' Dermatologist dies in police car chase Docs, nurses miscommunicate on respect, job role Physicians and nurses perceive their interactions differently, highlighting communication issues and contradictory expectations, according to a recent HealthLeaders Media Industry Survey. Saying sorry goes a long way with patients To err is human, to apologize and try to make a situation right is divine First Previous 62 63 64 65 66 Next Last
