QUESTION 32 OF 37

How would you help a patient who is experiencing major anxiety prior to or during their exam?

A majority of the patients you will work with during your Ultrasound Fellowship training will be facing uncomfortable, painful, or even life-threatening situations. These situations can make patients anxious and scared, and your interviewers need to hear that you have a great bedside manner and communication skills to walk patients through your exam and put their minds at ease.

When you answer this question, start by discussing the ways you effectively communicate with patients to keep them calm. Some key things to consider discussing are your ability to engage with patients, build trust quickly, and be empathetic in your approach.

"By putting myself in each patient's shoes, I approach my patients with care and respect. I ask the patient about their comfort and pain levels and reassure them that my exam will not cause any additional discomfort. I also give patients a timeline of the procedure to put them at ease. This approach is especially important for scared or anxious patients."

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