(Modified from the NBME website)
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Behavior List
| Functions |
Sub-Functions |
| 1. Fostering the Relationship |
- Expressed interest in the patient as a person
- Treated the patient with respect
- Listened and paid attention to the patient
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| 2. Gathering Information |
- Encouraged the patient to tell his/her story
- Explored the patient's reaction to the illness or problem
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| 3. Providing Information |
- Provided information related to the working diagnosis
- Provided information on next steps
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| 4. Making Decisions: Basic |
- Elicited the patient's perspective on the diagnosis and next steps
- Finalized plans for the next steps
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| 5. Supporting Emotions: Basic |
- Facilitated the expression of an implied or stated emotion or something important to him/her
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