The Patient Interview

Chapter 1. The Patient Interview Sneha Baxi Srivastava, PharmD, BCACP. Learning Objectives Explain the basic communication skills needed when performing a Patient Interview . Describe the components of the Patient Interview . Conduct a thorough medication history. Compare and contrast the different Patient Interview approaches in various clinical settings. Adapt the Interview technique based on the needs of the Patient . Key Terms Active Listening Pertinent Positive Rapport Pertinent Negative Empathy Past History Open-Ended Questions Medication History Leading Questions Family History Probing Questions Personal and Social History Nonverbal communication Review of Systems Chief Complaint Physical Exam History of Present Illness QuEST/SCHOLAR-MAC. Introduction The Patient Interview is the primary way of obtaining comprehensive information about the Patient in order to provide effective Patient -centered care, and the medica- tion history component is the pharmacist's expertise.

patient-interviewing skills. Excelling in these communication skills is a learned technique that takes time and practice to master. Once these skills are employed in practice, the relationship that is developed with the patient is often stronger, allowing for the patient to have increased confidence and trust in your role as a healthcare provider.

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