Anglais médical · p2

English for Patient Education and Counseling

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Chapitre 1 — Building Rapport and Using Plain Language

Plain language builds trust and helps the patient understand you.

Chapitre 2 — Explaining Diagnosis and Treatment

Check understanding by asking the patient to explain it back to you.

Chapitre 3 — Giving Instructions and Checking Understanding

Clear, simple instructions prevent errors and improve adherence.

Chapitre 4 — Counseling Lifestyle Changes

Motivational interviewing helps patients find their own reasons to change.

Teste-toi

1. Which phrase is an example of plain language?

AA. You have hypertension.
BB. You have high blood pressure.
CC. You have elevated arterial tension.
DD. You have essential primary hypertension.
Voir la réponse

Réponse : B — B. You have high blood pressure.

High blood pressure is a simple everyday term; the others are medical jargon.

2. What is the teach-back method?

AA. Asking the patient to read a brochure aloud.
BB. Asking the patient to repeat what you said in their own words.
CC. Teaching the patient medical terminology.
DD. Giving the patient a written test.
Voir la réponse

Réponse : B — B. Asking the patient to repeat what you said in their own words.

Teach-back means the patient explains back to check understanding.

3. Which question is best to check understanding?

AA. Do you understand?
BB. Is that clear?
CC. Can you tell me what you will do at home?
DD. Did you get it?
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Réponse : C — C. Can you tell me what you will do at home?

Open-ended teach-back question avoids yes/no and reveals real understanding.

4. When giving medication instructions, you should:

AA. Use complex medical terms to be precise.
BB. Link instructions to daily routines like meals.
CC. Give all information at once without pauses.
DD. Ask only 'Do you have any questions?'
Voir la réponse

Réponse : B — B. Link instructions to daily routines like meals.

Linking to routines helps memory; other options hinder understanding.

5. What does 'adherence' mean?

AA. The patient's agreement to participate in a study.
BB. The extent to which a patient follows medical advice.
CC. The number of medications prescribed.
DD. The patient's ability to pay for treatment.
Voir la réponse

Réponse : B — B. The extent to which a patient follows medical advice.

Adherence is following the treatment plan correctly.

6. In motivational interviewing, the doctor should:

AA. Lecture the patient about risks.
BB. Tell the patient exactly what to do.
CC. Ask open questions and reflect the patient's feelings.
DD. Avoid discussing the patient's concerns.
Voir la réponse

Réponse : C — C. Ask open questions and reflect the patient's feelings.

MI uses open questions, reflections, and patient-centered goals.

7. Which statement is an example of a reflective listening response?

AA. You should stop smoking now.
BB. It sounds like you are worried about gaining weight if you stop.
CC. Smoking is very bad for your lungs.
DD. Why haven't you quit yet?
Voir la réponse

Réponse : B — B. It sounds like you are worried about gaining weight if you stop.

Reflecting the patient's emotion shows empathy and encourages dialogue.

8. What is the best way to give instructions for using an inhaler?

AA. Explain quickly and leave.
BB. Demonstrate the steps and ask the patient to show you.
CC. Give a written leaflet only.
DD. Ask the nurse to explain later.
Voir la réponse

Réponse : B — B. Demonstrate the steps and ask the patient to show you.

Demonstration plus return demonstration ensures correct technique.

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