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Introduction
Learning Objectives
The Importance of Good Patient-Physician Communication
Patient Information Tools
Summary
Patient-Physician Communication
Main Menu
MODULE 0 - Introduction
MODULE 1 - Etiology and Pathogenesis of Tuberculosis
MODULE 2 - Diagnosis of Tuberculosis
MODULE 3 - Treatment of Patients with Tuberculosis
MODULE 4 - Special Situations
MODULE 5 - Adherence to Treatment
MODULE 6 - Patient-Physician Communication
MODULE 7 - Tuberculosis Infection Control
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The Importance of Good Patient-Physician Communication
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Patients’ perceptions play an important role in the patient-provider relationship.
One of the main reasons for TB patient loss to follow up is the perceived attitude of the health worker.
Patients who are lost to follow up often report that the health worker was rude, impatient, or seemed too busy to care.
