At the beginning of each Fresno State basketball game there is a moment of music. Dry ice blows smoke. House lights dim. Spotlights flash. The resonant voice of the announcer shouts "Yourrrr Fresno State Bulldogsss!!!" and the players burst onto the court. The crowd gets on their feet. Everyone cheers.
Why not bring this to the bedside?
Lights down. Dry ice fog. Loud thumping music. My scribe shouts "Yourrrrr Doctor Winterssss!!!" The curtains part. I chestbutt my scribe and give everyone in the room high fives.
Might be effective. Might be awkward. Might kill grandma.
Sports teams understand that the introduction sets the tone for the whole game. A great introduction announces energy and intent. It brings the home team players and crowd together.
I used to walk into a patient's room and say whatever came to mind. Sometimes this brought the patient and myself together, sometimes it was uncomfortable and ineffective.
I've worked to make my introductions more effective.
It is work to change old inefficient ways. However, it makes work more enjoyable.