Presenting complaint: use of language that disempowers patients.

Cox, Caitríona; Fritz, Zoë · BMJ · 2022

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Abstract

<b><i>Caitríona Cox</i> </b> and <b> <i>Zoë Fritz</i> </b> argue that outdated medical language that casts doubt, belittles, or blames patients jeopardises the therapeutic relationship and is overdue for change

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