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See Latest ArticlesAn experimental investigation of the dilemma of delivering bad news
Patient Education and Counselling, 10/16/09
Del Vento A et al. – (1) The skilful use of implicit language is a solution to the dilemma of honest but not harsh communication of bad news. (2) Experimental methods can complement surveys and qualitative studies for investigating bad news delivery by providing a theoretical foundation and controlled conditions. Physicians can deliver bad news honestly without being blunt by skilfully incorporating implicit language. The theory, data, and examples presented here provide insights into the nature and functions of implicit language, from which students and practitioners can develop their individual styles.
Peter Kirk, 10/20/09
| This research showed significant differences in how experienced physicians deliverd bad and good news. Delivering bad news is a situational dilemma for physicians and useing softened or implicit language is one solution. This paper provides insights into the nature and functions of implicit language, with examples, from which students and practitioners can develop their own individual styles. |
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