Describe a patient interaction that had a significant impact on you.
ExperiencePatient Encounter
Purpose
This question checks if you can learn and reflect from patient interactions. It's about showing empathy, personal growth, and insight beyond just medical knowledge.
Tips
- Pick a specific patient encounter that taught you something about yourself.
- Use the STAR-L method: Situation, Task, Action, Result, Lessons Learned.
- Focus on personal insights, like realizing a bias or learning to be more empathetic.
Common mistakes
- Don't just describe a medical case without personal reflection.
- Avoid framing patients negatively or blaming them.
- Don't skip the 'lesson learned' part; it's crucial for showing growth.
Background
Use STAR-L to structure responses to questions about your experiences: -Situation: Briefly set the scene - where/when and what was going on? -Task: What was your specific role or challenge in that situation? -Action: What you did - focus on your steps, decisions, and contributions. -Result: Share the outcome - ideally positive or meaningful. -Lessons Learned: Reflect on what you took away and how you’ve grown.