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  • Episode 3: OARS Technique (Open Questioning, Affirming, Reflecting and Summarizing)

Episode 3: OARS Technique (Open Questioning, Affirming, Reflecting and Summarizing)

Friday 13th October 2023

Learn how the OARS technique—Open Questioning, Affirming, Reflecting, Summarizing—can improve patient care with insights from Dr. Stader and Dr. Duncan.
17 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Compassionate
Transformative
Engaging

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Compass Opioid Stewardship Clinical Cases
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Mastering Patient Conversations: The OARS Technique in Action

Episode Overview

  • Introduction to the OARS technique and its impact on patient care
  • Exploration of patient motivations and concerns in a clinical scenario
  • Insights from Dr. Peter Barnett on progress and understanding in patient care
  • Practical application of motivational interviewing techniques in healthcare
  • Emphasizing the importance of creating a supportive and nonjudgmental environment for patients
The ORS technique is a powerful tool, allowing practitioners to create a supportive and nonjudgmental environment, allowing for meaningful exploration of a patient's fears and ultimately motivating change.
Imagine you're a clinician faced with a patient who needs to quit smoking before surgery. How do you guide them towards making that change? In this episode of the 'Clinical Compassion' podcast, Dr. Donald Stader and Dr. Rachel Duncan introduce the OARS technique—Open Questioning, Affirming, Reflecting, and Summarizing—through a real-life clinical encounter with Paul, a patient grappling with his surgeon’s request to quit smoking.
The role-playing scenario is not just informative but deeply engaging, showcasing the practical application of motivational interviewing techniques. Following the encounter, Dr. Stader and Dr. Peter Barnett dive into a discussion about the effectiveness of these methods. They explore how open questions can reveal patient concerns, affirmations can build trust, reflective statements can show empathy, and summarizing can clarify the path forward.
This episode is packed with actionable insights for clinicians looking to improve their patient interactions and foster meaningful change. Whether you're new to the concept of motivational interviewing or looking to refine your skills, this episode offers valuable perspectives and techniques. It’s perfect for healthcare providers aiming to enhance their approach to patient care with compassion and expertise. Tune in to learn how to make every patient conversation count.
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