There seems to be another epidemic on the rise? -. insensitive doctors
This year, an estimated 1.6 million new cases of cancer. Nearly 244,000 cancers are found in the respiratory system, such as cancers caused by asbestos. But the doctors properly prepare patients diagnosed with cancer?
Surprisingly, we hear stories of doctors who offer new cancer life changing for patients by phone. This is absolutely insensitive.
A doctor should consider the patient's needs. These are the physical and mental needs. These needs are met by a phone call
This is an essential question that arises when we think about this: "How would I want to say about my test results"
We are went on our Facebook page mesothelioma to know how the community felt. We asked, "We want to know what you think, doctors should give a cancer diagnosis on the phone?"
5 says, "Yes, I'd be fine with that,"
47 said. "No, that is totally unacceptable ?? it should be face to face "
5 says:" .. Maybe undecided "
This is what I felt should be expected A large number of people prefer to be told. . face to face Here are some reasons why a conversation face-to-face is better: ..
- patients are not only for new
- patients are able to ask questions
- He avoids awkward pauses on the phone.
- patients are not in a distracting environment.
- patients can ask questions about options immediate treatment.
a cancer diagnosis ultimately leads to a conversation about a course of treatment. most of the time doctors have some idea of what treatment options are available. Why not not have patients in a hospital where they can continue to the next step?
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Families and patients are more independent now because they have a stronger voice. Everyone pays more attention to the bedside manner and what we expect from our health care providers.
We all have relationships with our doctor. So when is it acceptable for our doctors tell us a diagnosis over the phone? Would you allow a doctor to tell you on the phone in these scenarios?
- you live far Cancer Center
- This is a recurrent cancer
- You have financial restrictions
one of biggest problems with cancer is to know about the uncertainty. The physical presence of a doctor can instill safety and comfort.
Some hospitals have policies that describe common practices on disclosure of information to patients. In all cases, doctors should give fair warning as to how they intend to tell patients the news.
A cancer diagnosis can be an emotional event, and you can not be certain how someone will react. It is important that doctors consider all aspects of the patient's health at delivery devastating information.
Who would you want with you when a doctor told you the results of cancer tests? Tell us on Facebook or Twitter.
It is now the next step of the project.
