Comparative Report

Running Head: COMPARATIVE REPORT 1
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Comparative Report

COMPARATIVE REPORT 2
Comparison
The two outcomes have various similarities. Both agree that building trust with a patient
is important. They agree that the nurse should have done a better job in communication and
should have tried to establish trust with the patient. Another point they both agree on is the fact
that the nurse should have been culturally sensitive. The words she used when pointing out that
the patient was aboriginal did not seem insensitive and offensive.
Another way the two outcomes are similar is that they point out the need to ask questions
and give the patient a chance to answer. Research shows that proper communication can
encourage a patient to speak out and provide more information about themselves and their
medical history (Burgener, 2017). The nurse seemed to ask questions continuously without
taking a breath or pausing to hear what Erika had to say.
The expert report, unlike the student report, points out one thing the nurse did right. She
went ahead and consulted with a colleague which shows she is genuinely concerned about the
patient. It also shows that the nurse considered ways she could improve care for the patient. The
expert report also suggests that improved care leads to improved safety. The patient was less
likely to self-discharge.
Reflection on learning
 The expert response consolidates with my previous knowledge in that establishing trust
with a patient is critical for the provision of quality care.
 I also agree with the expert response in that listening to a patient is central to their
wellbeing