Ultrasound Fellowship Mock Interview
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Question 18 of 37
Are you prepared to handle combative and verbally abusive patients during your Ultrasound Fellowship training, even if they are spitting and forcefully removing things like IVs and catheters?
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Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
Many patients who require ultrasound scans are not themselves. They can range from cranky to psychotic. Such behavior, unfortunately, can present a danger to you, your colleagues, and the patient. Your interviewers need to know that you are aware of this aspect of practicing ultrasound care in an emergency setting and are mentally prepared to handle these situations.
Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
"My first concern would be safety. In a combative situation, this may require restraints for the patient and personal protective equipment for the personnel. If restraints are used, I will accept nothing other than the established emergency protocols in place. I recognize that dealing with such maladaptive behavior, even abusive behavior, is part of the job, so I intend to stay on task, regardless of how ugly the situation becomes. Obnoxious, threatening, self-injurious, and abusive behavior can never be taken personally in this environment."
Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
The frequency of this occurring does not mitigate its seriousness. This is one of the most challenging types of patient care you have likely experienced as a resident and will as a physician in practice. Discuss your equanimity, self-restraint, and objectivity when dealing with a difficult patient. Don't hesitate to emphasize that you are aware of hospital procedures for security measures.
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