Have you put any thought into how you will handle a patient who refuses to take care of their health?

"For many conditions and diagnoses, patients are responsible maintaining their health. As we all know, many don't care for themselves in this way. As a Physician Assistant, I know my role will be educating each patient on how to improve their health. Even incentivizing them to do so may be important. I look forward to working with your faculty here at Western University of Health Sciences on learning this aspect of PA practice."

Tell the interviewer how you would handle a patient when they complain of the same symptoms without taking the initiative to help themselves. You may encounter individuals who repeatedly visit your office with the same symptoms, asking for a pill rather than making the effort to live a healthy lifestyle. As you know, lifestyle choices impact specific conditions, such as diabetes and heart disease. Be prepared to discuss these types of patients and your plan for educating them on their condition.