Immediate Interpretation and Results Communication Decreases Patient Anxiety: Experience in a Private Practice Community Hospital
Jennifer Kemp, Alexandra McKenzie, Jenna Burns, Krista Miller
Abstract
It is feasible for private practice radiologists to discuss CT, ultrasound, or nuclear medicine imaging results with patients in a community hospital setting. The majority of patients preferred immediate results over traditional methods of notification. Most patients reported anxiety about their imaging results, and a statistically significant number had decreased anxiety after discussing results with radiologists.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineInterpretation (philosophy)AnxietyPrivate practiceCommunity hospitalFamily medicineNursingPsychiatryLinguisticsPhilosophyPatient-Provider Communication in HealthcareClinical Reasoning and Diagnostic SkillsRadiology practices and education