Dear All

Thank you for your participation in the session today.

In RRR we discussed:

• UTI in children Diagnosis
• Brain death
• Breast Feeding – advantages & disadvantages

The Communication scenario was discussion with parent of a child admitted with severe head injuries following a Road Traffic Accident. Request for organ donation. Dr J was superb Role player bringing out all the emotions to play. Dr P and Dr M took the hotseat. The scenario was done well and there were was very appropriate comments & feedback from nominated examiners.

Learning points are:

• Read the introduction very carefully and keep the task in mind.
• After introductions check Role Players understanding to the point of discussion …
• Avoid monologue – Role player to speak instead of you initially
• 30 Sec Rule is GOLD
• Address their concerns and points raised
• Avoid jargon
• Communication is MORE of a Listening Station
• When you TALK – you are more likely to make mistakes!!
• Be aware of your ‘cultural annotations’ …
• ”Are you OK?” after giving Bad information
• When giving Definite diagnosis … ‘Do NOT think.’
• Be Empathic
• It is not about letting RP know ALL that you know.
• ‘Ray of Hope for some even in this ‘grave and sad’ time.

Please visit www.mrcpchonline.org to add your comments or points I may have missed.

Anil Garg