Communication: Core Interpersonal Skills for Health Professionals

Communication: Core Interpersonal Skills for Health Professionals
ISBN-10
0729581004
ISBN-13
9780729581004
Series
Communication
Category
Medical
Pages
392
Language
English
Published
2012-10-31
Publisher
Elsevier Health Sciences
Author
Gjyn O'Toole

Description

This text introduces health sciences students to the various interpersonal communication skills that are commonly used within health settings to establish relationships with clients and fellow professionals, and improve therapeutic outcomes. It focuses on developing self awareness and skills for use in health settings and covers the types of scenarios commonly encountered in health settings that are rarely covered in generic professional communication texts. Perspectives and examples are drawn from a wide range of health professions. The book includes activities that will enable students to reflect on their experiences and practice using the skills. Ancillary package including MCQs Scenarios Reflection questions Health professions focus Specific chapters on - communicating with indigenous peoples Culturally appropriate communication Reflective practice Self awareness

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