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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
6.3
The Importance of Good Patient-Physician Communication
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6.3.5
Ask checking questions
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For example, after explaining how to prevent TB from spreading (covering the mouth etc), to check if the patient understands, you might ask: