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Health Care Practitioner: A Case Study

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As a health care practitioner I would first recognize the patient's concern and try to assure them that we will do everything in our power to help them. Secondly, I would gather information from the patient such as their symptoms, and order and run tests. Thirdly, I would evaluate results from the patients tests and symptoms and determine the diagnosis. Fourthly, I would consider any implications that may result from the patient not understanding the results and perhaps find any better alternatives in assisting the patient. Finally, I would choose the best way to convince the patient to take the proper steps for their health and educate them on their test results and possible

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