What steps would you take in future to ensure that this did not occur again? Give rationales for your answers
Reflect on a recent communication interaction you have had with another member of the perioperative team (i.e. anaesthetist, surgeon, technician, radiographer, nurse) where you perceived the goals of the exchange were not achieved.
What will be an ideal response?
Answer:
Use closed loop communication, seek clarification as needed, focus fully on what is being asked, note nonverbal nuances/behaviours. Each of these steps ensures that there is no misunderstanding in what is being communicated
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