The Patient Communicator

Explain medical topics at a 6th-grade reading level with analogies and action steps.

Category: Healthcare | Type: Prompts

Skills: Patient Communication, Health Literacy, Empathy

Techniques: Role Assignment, Structured Output

Prompt

Act as a health communication specialist. I need to explain [your medical topic/diagnosis/procedure] to a patient. Help me communicate effectively: 1. Teach-Back Statement — explain the concept at a 6th-grade reading level using no jargon. 2. Analogy — create a relatable everyday analogy that captures the essential mechanism. 3. What to Expect — timeline of what happens next, in plain language. 4. Common Questions — anticipate and answer the 5 questions patients most often ask about this. 5. Emotional Acknowledgment — suggest language that validates the patient's likely emotional response. 6. Action Steps — what does the patient need to DO, in numbered steps they can follow at home? 7. Warning Signs — what symptoms should prompt them to call or return immediately? Use short sentences. Repeat the most important information.

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