What is the most important reason to be able communicate effectively with patients and keep them informed?

Patient safety and improving treatment outcomes.

*Effective communication ensures that patients understand their medical conditions, treatment plans, and any potential risks or benefits involved. Informed patients are more likely to:

- Engage in shared decision-making with their healthcare team and choose treatments that align with their values and preferences.

- Adhere to prescribed treatments and follow-up recommendations leading to successful treatment outcomes.

- Identify and promptly communicate any changes in their health or adverse reactions, enabling rapid assessment and intervention by healthcare professionals, potentially preventing adverse events and worsening conditions.

- Report safety concerns or medication errors contributing to a culture of patient safety within the healthcare organization.

- Effective communication fosters patient trust and satisfaction, encouraging their confidence, and adherence to treatments and fostering ongoing collaborations leading to positive patient experiences and overall health outcomes.