Which statement is NOT supported by IPE material?

• A. Strengthens conflict resolution skills
• B. Improves communication
• C. Leads to better patient care
• D. Increases hospital wait times

Answer: (D)

Interprofessional education focuses on learning with, from, and about different health professions to improve teamwork and patient care. Strengthening conflict resolution skills comes from practicing collaborative decision making and clarifying roles, which helps teams reach consensus more smoothly and reduces friction during care planning. Improved communication is a core outcome because clear, shared language and effective handoffs directly affect patient safety and the quality of care. Leading to better patient care naturally follows from a coordinated approach: when team members understand each other’s roles and information is exchanged accurately, care is more consistent and outcomes improve.

The statement about increasing hospital wait times isn’t aligned with what IPE aims to achieve. The goal is to enhance teamwork and efficiency, which typically helps reduce delays and improve throughput, not raise them.