Like most U.S. hospitals, Cincinnati Children's is affected by the IV fluid shortage caused by damage to Baxter International's North Carolina production facility during Hurricane Helene. Our teams will continue to watch this situation and will provide any updates as needed.
Speaking with your patient promotes communication in the following ways:
Improves retention and retrieval of important clinical and psychosocial information
Encourages an open dialogue about the perceived benefits and barriers to adherence
Motivates patients/families to take an active role in treatment
Facilitates collaborative decision making
Provides support and encouragement
Builds rapport and trust
Module 2
Drotar, D. (2000) Promoting Adherence to Medical Treatment in Chronic Childhood Illness: Concepts, Methods, and Interventions. Dennis Drotar, Taylor & Francis, 2000