DecisionHealth, DecisionHealth - 2022 Issue 1 (January)

Patient blocks exam elements? Work with them before turning them away

If a patient declines part of their examination a weigh-in or disrobing, for example you may be able to work around it, or take the opportunity to educate the patient on the necessity of the declined element. If you can’t get past it, however, make sure to proceed carefully to avoid charges of discrimination or abandonment.

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