Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
Trust in the face of intimacy. If clear boundaries are kept, care can be safe
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Trust in the face of intimacy. If clear boundaries are kept, care can be safe
Wednesday 15 August 2018, 12:00 AM

Professional boundary danger signs include seeing patients at unusual hours, giving a certain patient the last appointment of the day and accepting a patient’s social invitations
FROM THE MEDICAL COUNCIL
The doctor–patient relationship is one of the most precious and privileged of all relationships. That is why it is essential to maintain professional boundaries, writes Andrew Connolly
Patients often share their most intimate and innermost thoughts with their doctors. Creating an environment of mutual respect and trust helps your pat
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