Compassion or care should be self-explanatory for anyone in the medical profession who wants to help people. Doctors and nurses must sympathize with their patients and show concern for them to help create a bond of trust. One of the most common complaints and catalysts of medical malpractice lawsuits against nurses or doctors is that the patient feels ignored or that the medical professional doesn't care about him. Take the time to go the extra mile with a patient and be honest with them to create a more compassionate and professional relationship. Communication is another critical factor in preventing medical malpractice.
Communication encompasses verbal and non-verbal contact between medical professionals and between the medical professional and the patient. Communication with the patient is essential, since the patient must feel that their doctor or nurse is listening to them and provides them with many opportunities to ask questions while reviewing the problem and the course of treatment, so that they understand what is happening. Communication between staff is also essential, since miscommunication or delayed communication can cause a domino effect that negatively affects the patient's health and causes harm.
