HESI Health Assessment Practice Test 2025 – All-in-One Study Guide for Exam Success!

The best use of a computer during an interview is to collect the patient's data in a direct, face-to-face manner. Engaging with the patient while simultaneously entering data allows for a more interactive and responsive dialogue. This approach promotes a therapeutic relationship, as the clinician can maintain eye contact and demonstrate active listening, ensuring the patient feels valued and heard.

This method also helps in gathering more accurate information, as the clinician can ask follow-up questions in real-time based on the patient’s responses. It allows for clarification and elaboration on points of interest, enhancing the quality of the data collected without detracting from the patient’s experience. In contrast to simply entering data as it is stated or waiting for the patient to finish narrating before entering information, this interactive approach optimizes both the data collection process and the patient experience.