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COMMUNICATION
Communication
Core Interpersonal Skills for Health Professionals
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By
Gjyn O'Toole, School of Health Sciences, University of Newcastle, NSW, Australia

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.

Audience
Undergraduate courses in the allied health professions, and interpersonal communication skills subjects with a multidisciplinary cohort

Bibliographic details
Paperback, 0 pages, publication date: DEC-2008
ISBN-13: 978-0-7295-3859-6
ISBN-10: 0-7295-3859-1
Imprint: CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE


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Last update: 10 Sep 2009
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