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