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Communication Station 10
Explain to the following medical student about the structure and funding of healthcare in this country.
Average Candidate Response
An overly direct approach, with no initial overview, end summary or opportunities to ask questions. There may also be a lack of awareness about NHS/local healthcare structure and funding distribution.
An overly direct approach, with no initial overview, end summary or opportunities to ask questions. There may also be a lack of awareness about NHS/local healthcare structure and funding distribution.
Excellent Candidate Response
This station requires not only effective communication, but also an understanding about the structure and funding of the NHS. The following is adapted from The King's Fund, however it is important to note that NHS structure and funding is regularly reviewed and refreshed.
- Introduction
- State the end objective(s)
- Empower the examiner/patient to ask questions (eg. Do you have any questions at the moment? If you have any questions at any time, feel free to interrupt me)
- Identify any relevant materials/terms
- Provide clear, specific instructions
- Summary and plan going forward
This station requires not only effective communication, but also an understanding about the structure and funding of the NHS. The following is adapted from The King's Fund, however it is important to note that NHS structure and funding is regularly reviewed and refreshed.
