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Twelve Tips for Better Communication with Patients During History-Taking
Author(s) -
Aminur Rahman,
Saria Tasnim
Publication year - 2007
Publication title -
the scientific world journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.453
H-Index - 93
eISSN - 2356-6140
pISSN - 1537-744X
DOI - 10.1100/tsw.2007.73
Subject(s) - guideline , medical history , computer science , key (lock) , medical practice , medical education , medicine , pathology , surgery , computer security
Eliciting proper history from a patient is of paramount importance to establish an accurate diagnosis and management in medical practice. Good communication skill is a prerequisite for an effective physician patient relationship. A systematic search of medical literature has been made to formulate a guideline for better communication during history taking. The guideline emphasizes on both physical environment and emotional encounter and the key points are expressed as tips on relevant issues.

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