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Essential Communication Skills for Nursing and Midwifery, 2nd Edition

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By Philippa Sully, MSc CertEd FPACert RN RM RHV RNT CCRelate and Joan Dallas, MSc BEd(Hons) PgDip(TA) RGN RCNT
Effective communication skills are crucial in all aspects of nursing and midwifery practice - this book will enable readers to communicate effectively and with confidence in their professional practice. It focuses on the communication skills needed f ...view more

Effective communication skills are crucial in all aspects of nursing and midwifery practice - this book will enable readers to communicate effectively and with confidence in their professional practice. It focuses on the communication skills needed for the development of effective professional and therapeutic relationships. It is a 'how to do it' book that relates the theory of effective and ethical communication to the practice of nursing and midwifery and provides a framework for developing communication skills to meet a variety of situations.

ISBN :
9780723435273
Publication Date :
26-07-2010
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Effective communication skills are crucial in all aspects of nursing and midwifery practice - this book will enable readers to communicate effectively and with confidence in their professional practice. It focuses on the communication skills needed for the development of effective professional and therapeutic relationships. It is a 'how to do it' book that relates the theory of effective and ethical communication to the practice of nursing and midwifery and provides a framework for developing communication skills to meet a variety of situations.


New to this edition

All the chapters have been revised in line with up-to-date literature, professional practice guidelines and research


Key Features
Helps readers to: ensure respect and dignity; communicate assertively; develop empathy and comfort skills; communicate effectively in a team; deal with difficult situations; and reflect on actual practice Offers an easy to use, attractive 2 colour design throughout. Written in a clear, consistent style to aid comprehension. Further reading and references point to the evidence and knowledge base

Author Information
By Philippa Sully, MSc CertEd FPACert RN RM RHV RNT CCRelate, Visiting Lecturer, Reflective Practice, School of Community and Health Sciences. City University, London, UK and Joan Dallas, MSc BEd(Hons) PgDip(TA) RGN RCNT, Lecturer, Psychology, Communication and Counselling Skills, School of Community and Health Sciences, City University, London, UK