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By Ryan Bristol APRN\u201917, FNP-C\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Navigating conversations with people who share\u00a0a different set\u00a0of beliefs, and\/or education level is a skill that is vastly underrated.\u00a0We all have colleagues who share\u00a0different\u00a0views and may even be difficult to\u00a0get along\u00a0with. However, we do share core values\u00a0to some extent with\u00a0these colleagues. The shared core values (wanting to help people) create a basic connection, fostering respect and adaptability on a professional level.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interacting with patients presents an entirely\u00a0different set\u00a0of dynamics which you must learn to navigate to become successful in your career. I spent my first three years in the emergency department. I quickly learned that I needed to\u00a0modify\u00a0my communication skill set to be successful.\u00a0It\u00a0is important to understand things from the patient\u2019s perspective. In doing so, you will allow conversations to flow smoothly while extracting information you need to\u00a0provide\u00a0the highest level of care.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many individuals are going to have a basic level of medical understanding, and the likelihood of changing their belief system in your first, and potentially only, interaction is slim to none.\u00a0Change commonly occurs with repetitive information sharing and\/or\u00a0personal experiences.\u00a0In order to\u00a0establish\u00a0a working relationship that creates opportunities for multiple positive interactions, we must approach patients with an open mind and a closed mouth.\u00a0Allow them to tell you what is happening without interrupting or correcting their statements.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I had a very difficult time with this at first because I was bursting with energy and knowledge from nursing school. I was determined to share and release this fiesta of knowledge with anyone and everyone. However, this approach did not lead to positive patient interactions. Eventually, I came to realize that I was responsible for many of these difficult interactions. I\u2019m sure we all remember a time we wanted to speak up but something\/someone else would not give us the opportunity. Often, frustration coincides with these interactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My point is: allow patients to speak and be heard.<\/strong> Spend time evaluating your strengths and weaknesses, and allow yourself to accept criticism in a manner that supports your\u00a0growth.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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By Ryan Bristol APRN\u201917, FNP-C\u00a0 Navigating conversations with people who share\u00a0a different set\u00a0of beliefs, and\/or education level is a skill that is vastly underrated.\u00a0We all have colleagues who share\u00a0different\u00a0views and may even be difficult to\u00a0get along\u00a0with. However, we do share core values\u00a0to some extent with\u00a0these colleagues. 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