Tell me about a time when you disagreed with a colleague about a diagnosis or patient care, and how you addressed it?
ExperienceTeamworkConflict Resolution
Purpose
This question checks how you handle disagreements in clinical settings. It's about your communication skills, medical reasoning, and ability to prioritize patient care while respecting others' viewpoints.
Tips
- Use the STAR-L method: Situation, Task, Action, Result, Lessons Learned.
- Explain your thought process and why you disagreed.
- Show respect for your colleague and focus on patient care.
Common mistakes
- Don't just drop the issue without resolution.
- Avoid being dismissive or stubborn.
- Don't focus on being right; focus on patient outcomes.
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.