• You should respond to at least two of your peers by extending, refuting/correcting, or adding additional nuance to their posts. Your reply posts are worth 2 points (1 point per response.)
• All replies must be constructive and use literature where possible.

question

Why is it crucial to establish a connection with the patient when conducting an interview and gathering information about their background, family history, primary complaint, and current and former medical conditions? What is required to conduct an interview with people who are mentally ill in a hospital setting?