Radiologic Technologist Mock Interview
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How would you respond to a patient who refuses an X-ray?
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"I would first ask the patient if they had any questions. I've found that by listening to the patient I can determine why they are refusing care."
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Difficult patients will show up in your day every now and then. Tell the hiring manager how you deal with difficult patients.
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"I give difficult patients the same care that I give cooperative patients. I find that patients that refuse X-rays generally are anxious about the scan and just need their mind put at ease and their questions answered."
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First, I give difficult patients the same care that I give cooperative patients. I find that patients refuse x-ray or scan are anxious about the exam and just need their mind put at ease and their questions answered.
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You provided a great perspective that will be well-received with an interviewer. I provided some alternate wording to enhance your message.
In my experience, patients refuse x-rays or scans due to anxiety or fear of the unknown. When faced with a nervous or reluctant client, I offer as much information I can about the exam. Typically, patients' minds are more at ease, and they are more willing to participate.
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Often patients who refuse x-rays are just anxious, so clearly outlining what I will be doing helps calm their nerves.
Rachelle's Feedback
You make a valid point! If you needed to calm the nerves of a patient, what would your approach be? This question is another opportunity to give a story-example of a 'time when' you did this.
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