ABSTRACT
Gives appropriate introduction of self and states the purpose of the interview Confirms patient’s name and age Checks that the patient feels ready to be discharged Establishes patient’s understanding of the diagnosis, and investigations and treatment that have taken place in hospital Enquires about smoking, and gives appropriate advice Gives dietary advice Gives exercise advice Acknowledges patient’s concerns, and answers questions appropriately Explains what treatment will be continued on discharge Gives advice about resuming driving and starting work Makes a sensible plan for follow-up
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KEY Again, the best way to start this station is to ascertain what understanding the ‘patient’ already has, thus enabling you to concentrate on some aspects more than others. Even if the ‘patient’ has good knowledge of a particular aspect, you must still mention it, perhaps by summarizing what you have heard, or the examiner may not give you the mark for addressing that particular point.
