Listening to Pain
Download or Read eBook Listening to Pain PDF written by Scott M. Fishman and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2012-02-23 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Author | : Scott M. Fishman |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press |
Total Pages | : 145 |
Release | : 2012-02-23 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780199930531 |
ISBN-13 | : 0199930538 |
Rating | : 4/5 (31 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Listening to Pain by : Scott M. Fishman
Book excerpt: In this groundbreaking book, Dr. Fishman shows how communicating better with patients about their pain can help physicians create safer and more effective treatment strategies. Listening to Pain offers physicians a wealth of practical guidance about asking the right questions and assessing patient responses, including: -What questions to ask pain patients when they first present with pain -Using functional goals as outcome measures -Educating patients about the risks and benefits of treatment -Documenting patient consent and compliance with treatment regimens -How to manage difficult patients