Appendix 2.
Self-assessment of communication skills on breaking bad news
| Level: □ Residents □ Medical students Date: _____ Please use the following scale to guide the assessment | |
|---|---|
| Scoring scale | Definitely 5 4 3 2 1 not at all |
| 1. Did you set up an ideal environment before BBN? | 5 4 3 2 1 |
| 2. Before BBN, did you assess what patient knew already? | 5 4 3 2 1 |
| 3. Did you adjust your pace according to patient’s response? | 5 4 3 2 1 |
| 4. Did you deliver appropriate information when it was asked for? | 5 4 3 2 1 |
| 5. Did you provide information in an ordered and logical manner? | 5 4 3 2 1 |
| 6. Did you invite questions? | 5 4 3 2 1 |
| 7. Did you check for patient’s understanding of the information given? | 5 4 3 2 1 |
| 8. Did you show empathy toward patient’s feelings and emotions? | 5 4 3 2 1 |
| 9. Did you seem supportive during the conversation? | 5 4 3 2 1 |
| 10. Did you maintain good eye contact? | 5 4 3 2 1 |