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Understanding Adolescent Patients in an Inpatient Setting
This chapter explores the challenges and importance of understanding the experiences and emotions of adolescent patients in an inpatient setting. It emphasizes the significance of gathering information from the patient, their family, and their medical records to build a clear history. The chapter also discusses the authority differential between doctors and patients and the need for curiosity and empathy to establish rapport with teenagers.