Distressing news in a medical setting can affect both the patients and the physicians. How a physician discloses this news depends on their training, their personality, and the particular circumstances. It has been found that communication that is patient-centered is more appreciated by patients, and results in higher satisfaction levels. There also exist several recommendations for breaking bad news in a medical setting, from doing so in a private room to using language that does not convey too much pity. A bad experience with distressing news can result in confusion, resentment, and distress in the patient, as well as increased burnout and psychological distress in medical professionals. Providing better training and education
Distressing news in a medical setting can affect both the patients and the physicians. How a physician discloses this news depends on their training, their personality, and the particular circumstances. It has been found that communication that is patient-centered is more appreciated by patients, and results in higher satisfaction levels. There also exist several recommendations for breaking bad news in a medical setting, from doing so in a private room to using language that does not convey too much pity. A bad experience with distressing news can result in confusion, resentment, and distress in the patient, as well as increased burnout and psychological distress in medical professionals. Providing better training and education