culture   Brazil
statement   In Brazil, the doctor-patient relationship is characterized by warm, friendly, and compassionate interactions.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 communication about patient conditions Brazil Family members are often heavily involved in the communication about patient conditions and play a crucial role in decision-making. 1
2 doctor-patient communication Brazil Often involves warm and friendly interactions, with both doctors and patients valuing a personal and compassionate approach. 1
3 doctor-patient relationship Brazil Doctors and patients often have a warm and friendly relationship, with hugs and personal conversations being common 1
4 healer-patient relationship Brazil Encourages open discussions and emotional expression from the patient 1
5 medical second opinions Brazil Seeking a second medical opinion may be considered disrespectful to the first doctor and may lead to strained doctor-patient relationships. 1
6 patient Brazil Expected to socialize and receive visits from friends and family during hospital stay 1
7 patient involvement Brazil Patients often rely on healthcare professionals for decision-making due to trust in their expertise 1
8 patient-physician relationship Brazil Greater emphasis on building personal relationships and rapport with physicians, with longer appointments focused on both medical and personal matters. 1