concept   patient involvement
culture   United States
statement   In the United States, patients are encouraged to actively participate in their medical care decisions and information sharing.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 communication about patient conditions United States Clear and detailed communication about patient conditions is expected and considered essential for effective healthcare. 1
2 doctor-patient communication United States Expected to be open and direct, with patients encouraged to ask questions and be informed about their treatment. 1
3 doctor-patient relationship United States Common for patients to ask questions and actively participate in treatment decisions 1
4 healer-patient relationship United States Formal and professional, with clear boundaries 1
5 medical second opinions United States Seeking a second medical opinion is common and often encouraged to ensure proper diagnosis and treatment. 1
6 patient US Patients expect a high level of privacy during medical examinations and consultations. 1
7 patient USA Patients often expect to be involved in medical decision-making and have access to their medical records. 1
8 patient United States Patients have the right to be informed about their medical condition and treatment options. 1
9 patient United States Patients often prefer to be actively involved in their treatment decisions and may ask many questions during medical consultations. 1
10 patient United States Expectation of privacy and confidentiality when receiving medical care 1
11 patient conduct United States Patients may expect quick and direct communication from healthcare providers. 1
12 patient involvement United States Encouraged for making informed healthcare decisions 1
13 patient people United States Valued for their ability to wait calmly for their turn and not rush others 1
14 patient people United States Appreciated for their calm and tolerant demeanor 1
15 patient-doctor communication United States Encouraged and valued for patients to openly discuss their symptoms and concerns with the doctor. 1
16 patient-doctor communication United States Doctors are expected to provide detailed explanations and allow patients to actively participate in treatment decisions. 1
17 patient-doctor communication United States Body language and nonverbal communication are considered essential parts of patient-doctor interaction, and doctors are expected to maintain good eye contact. 1
18 patient-doctor communication United States Patients may seek a more emotionally supportive and empathetic approach from the doctor, emphasizing the importance of the doctor's bedside manner. 1
19 patient-doctor communication United States Openly discussing personal or social issues affecting health is common and appropriate during doctor's appointments. 1
20 patient-physician relationship United States Emphasis on patient autonomy and shared decision-making between patient and physician. 1
21 patients United States Patients often expect direct communication and information sharing from healthcare providers. 1
22 patients United States Patients can schedule appointments directly with doctors and specialists. 1
23 patients United States Patients expect fully informed consent and the right to make decisions about their own treatment. 1