Tell and ask Health and disease in Denmark
Health and disease are sensitive and personal issues. At the same time, we also perceive health and disease differently according to our cultural upbringing. For this reason misunderstandings can easily occur when different cultures' health perceptions meet. Especially if it is difficult to understand each other.
Hospital health personnel will tell you about your treatment, your rights and duties as a patient. It is important that you listen carefully to what they say, and respect the way things are done. But it is equally important that you tell them about your wishes and expectations. And ask questions when there is something you do not understand.
Nurse and patient
