clinical etiquette


clinical etiquette

Professional comportment Medical practice The components of medical practice which, in addition to ethics and competence, define what it is to be a physician Clinical etiquette Bedside manner Avoid easy familiarity, be attentive of Pts needs, do not eat on rounds Dress Conservative & appropriate Grooming Clean, neat, unobtrusive Language Respectful, at level of audience, non-use of vulgar vernacular or demeaning appellations, discretion regarding others' condition (JAMA 1988; 260:2559)