História: Persuadir com ética e clareza

Nível: B2

A complex medication plan

Maya wanted to propose a medication review for an older patient taking several daily medicines. She knew that the audience included the patient, the family, and the care team. Her clear ask was permission to review one part of the schedule for two weeks.

Evidence and concerns

Maya brought the medication record and acknowledged that it was not a complete assessment. The record suggested a likely benefit from a simpler routine, while a possible drawback was the need for closer monitoring. The patient’s daughter raised a reasonable concern about losing an important treatment.

A fair decision

Maya proposed a small, reversible change and offered to review the patient’s response after one week. The team had time to weigh the options instead of being pushed into an immediate decision. In the end, they agreed to support a short review and discuss the evidence with the patient and family.

Notas de vocabulário

• the medication record — o registro de medicação
• to keep the change reversible — manter a mudança reversível
• to be pushed into a decision — ser pressionado a tomar uma decisão

Prática com a história

1. Una as ideias com although: The evidence is limited. It suggests a benefit.
2. Faça um clear ask para testar uma mudança clínica por período curto.