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_bC655 2010
245 0 0 _aCommunication skills for adult nurses /
_cedited by Sarah Kraszewski, Abayomi McEwen.
260 _aMaidenhead :
_bMcGraw Hill Open University Press,
_c2010.
300 _axiv, 170 p. :
_bill. ;
_c23 cm.
504 _aIncludes bibliographical references and index.
520 _aA practical book aimed at helping the trainee or qualified nurse to hone and develop their communication skills. Full of vignettes from both patient and nurse perspective, the book includes common scenarios, activity points and suggestions for practice.
520 _a"This book is a real gem -- useful not only for nurses, but for all healthcare professionals, students and educators wanting to develop their communication skills. One is reminded that it is not always about ẁhat' is said, but h̀ow' it is said. This book will be a great resource for those advocating interprofessional working, while keeping the patient's perspective in the reader's mind throughout." Dr Susanne Lindqvist, University of East Anglia, Norwich, UK. --
520 _aWith an emphasis on practical application, this lively and accessible guide will help nurses to hone and develop their communication skills. --
520 _aExamples of both good and poor practice, are included to encourage reflection and integration of theory and practice. The book includes common scenarios, activity points and suggestions for practice, to give nurses the tools to develop and apply effective communication skills. --
520 _aCommunication Skills for Adult Nurses will support both student nurses learning their craft and also offer a suitable handy reference for qualified nurses undertaking continuing professional development, or acting as mentors. --Book Jacket.
650 0 _aCommunication in nursing.
650 1 2 _aCommunication
_vNurses' Instruction.
650 1 2 _aNurse-Patient Relations
_vNurses' Instruction.
700 1 _aKraszewski, Sarah.
700 1 _aMcEwen, Abayomi.
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