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Politics : Politics for Pros- moderated
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To: Thomas A Watson who wrote (134177)8/24/2005 11:55:22 AM
From: skinowski  Read Replies (2) of 793720
 
I don't think I agree. Delivery does matter. Things can be communicated respectfully. If I tell a patient that she must stop smoking because if she doesn't, she is a nut job and dead meat, and will probably crock before the fat slob who is her husband -- what is more likely to happen? Will she quit and be grateful for my truthfulness, or will I have to explain my language at the Office for Professional Medical Conduct?.... ;)

Generally, you can tell a person almost anything - if you do it respectfully, level with them, and if they believe that you are doing it with their interest in mind, rather than venting at their expense.
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