Camilla Glenn is a Family Nurse Practitioner in Lubbock, TX who aims to provide comprehensive care to all of her patients. She takes a holistic approach, which allows her to recognize that caring for the patient’s mind is just as important as caring for the body. This means she must have exceptional bedside manner, which is an area where many struggle. The following are common mistakes made by those who are new to the profession.
Not Remembering Names
You should be aiming to develop trust with your patients, but that can’t happen if you don’t remember their names. Of course, you will often be required to oversee large numbers of patients at once, so forgetting names is not unforgivable. However, checking charts to remember who you’re talking to is not advised if you are standing in front of the patient.
Interrupting Patients
You must understand that most of your patients will be intimidated by their surroundings, especially if they are not used to being in medical facilities. By interrupting them when they speak you not only belittle them, but you also miss out on the opportunity to learn more about their conditions.
Not Communicating Clearly
When it is time to talk you need to do so with the aim of helping patients understand their conditions and what you are going to do to treat them. The use of complex medical terminology should be restricted and explanations must be provided if you do use technical terms. Failure to explain yourself clearly can lead to distrust forming, making it difficult to treat patients.
Camilla Glenn Lubbock TX is an experienced nurse in Lubbock, TX.
Not Remembering Names
You should be aiming to develop trust with your patients, but that can’t happen if you don’t remember their names. Of course, you will often be required to oversee large numbers of patients at once, so forgetting names is not unforgivable. However, checking charts to remember who you’re talking to is not advised if you are standing in front of the patient.
Interrupting Patients
You must understand that most of your patients will be intimidated by their surroundings, especially if they are not used to being in medical facilities. By interrupting them when they speak you not only belittle them, but you also miss out on the opportunity to learn more about their conditions.
Not Communicating Clearly
When it is time to talk you need to do so with the aim of helping patients understand their conditions and what you are going to do to treat them. The use of complex medical terminology should be restricted and explanations must be provided if you do use technical terms. Failure to explain yourself clearly can lead to distrust forming, making it difficult to treat patients.
Camilla Glenn Lubbock TX is an experienced nurse in Lubbock, TX.
