Communitarianism
refers to people regarding themselves as part of a group
Nonmaleficence
do no harm
beneficience
to do good
autonomy
independence
Confidentiality
the act of holding information in confidence, not to be released
to unauthorized individuals
Preparing for the interview
Review the medical record, set goals for the interview, review
your behavior and appearance, adjust the environment
signs of depression
Have at least five symptoms from the list including depressed
mood or markedly diminished interest or pleasure in almost all
activities most of the day, nearly every day, present during the
same two week period
CAGE questionnaire
, Alcohol screening: Cutting down, Annoyance when criticized,
Guilty feelings, Eye openers
Psoriasis
Silver scaling, pitting finger nails
What does FIFE stand for, with regard to the interview process?
Feelings
Ideas
effect on Function
Expectations
What do you do regarding unexplained weight loss?
Explore any clinically significant weight loss, defined as loss of
5% or more of usual body weight over a six-month period
alopecia areata
Patchy loss of hair occurring on the scalp or other parts of the
body
Trichotillomania Disorder
Recurrent pulling out of one's hair, resulting in hair loss
active listening
paying close attention to what someone is saying and
communicating
Empathetic responses
Displaying empathy makes the patient feel more secure and
encourages communication.