Communication Skills for Medicine E-Book

Communication Skills for Medicine E-Book
ISBN-10
070204203X
ISBN-13
9780702042034
Category
Medical
Pages
222
Language
English
Published
2009-03-01
Publisher
Elsevier Health Sciences
Authors
Robert Bor, Margaret Lloyd

Description

This title was Highly Commended (Basis of Medicine category) in the BMA Awards 2005. A highly practical account of communication for medical students, backed up with numerous case histories. In addition to the clinical interview the book covers other aspects of communication including how to promote healthy behaviour and the need for the doctor to work as part of the health care team. Reflects current importance of communication skills in curriculum. Highly practical approach. Accessible information with summary points. Covers needs for both hospital and general practice setting. Written specifically for medical students, unlike many of the competing books. Additional practical examples. More material on: professionalism; Mental Capacity Act; risk; the 'expert' patient.

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