NHS Band 5 Nurse Mock Interview
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Question 11 of 30
How do you communicate challenging information to a patient or their family members?
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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
As a nurse, you will need to communicate information to patients and their family members that may be challenging to understand. Although you are well-researched and knowledgeable, it may be challenging for others to understand as they do not know complex medical terms or may have cognitive difficulties. The interviewers want to learn more about your patience and communication skills and that you take the time to relay information in a way that your patients and their loved ones can understand. Describe how you keep your sentences short, stay on one topic at a time, and explain complex concepts in layperson's terms.
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"When relaying information to patients and their family members, I look for clues to determine if they are confused or understand what I am saying. I use simple terms since medical terminology can confuse people outside the industry. After relaying the information, I ask if they have any questions or need clarification. I take the time to ensure they completely understand, and if they do not, I figure out another way to deliver the information."
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"When communicating information to patients and their family members, I speak in simple terms that anyone can understand. Medical terminology can be confusing, and I only use complex terms if the patient or their family members work in healthcare. After giving the information, I ask if they have any questions. Sometimes, I will write the information down so the patient can refer to their notes. It just depends on the situation and what information I am relaying."
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As a student nurse, I've never had to deal with this situation. However, if I was ever to I would look for clues to determine if they are confused or understand what I am saying. I use simple terms since medical terminology can confuse people outside the industry. After relaying the information, I ask if they have any questions or need clarification. I take the time to ensure they completely understand, and if they do not, I figure out another way to deliver the information. This allows the family to feel more included in their child’s recovery and allows me to understand the importance of listening to families and responding to their preferences so that care is delivered effectively.
Jaymie's Feedback
It's great to be honest that you don't have experience and then walk the interviewer through what you would do when faced with having to communicate challenging information. Excellent answer!
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