skills required in HSC by cloppy https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq smart gyal en-us 2023-10-12 09:32:35 UTC 2023-10-12 12:25:33 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f61c.png communication 30063238_ https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743349537 communication is a highly important and vital part within health and social care]]> 2023-10-12 09:40:52 UTC https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743349537 30063238_ https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743473306 being able to communicate well with patients ensures they feel comfortable around you, and can speak openly about their thoughts and feeling, without fearing judgement ]]> 2023-10-12 11:28:52 UTC https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743473306 30063238_ https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743510681 there are for different types of communication which include 
* verbal 
* non-verbal
* written
* formal 
for example, when caring for a dementia patient you may need to speak slowly and clearly, whereas when dealing with an autistic patient, you need to have a thorough understanding of non verbal communication


]]> 2023-10-12 11:59:37 UTC https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743510681 30063238_ https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743513711 communication allows for the right emotional support either given directly to the patient or to friends and family]]> 2023-10-12 12:02:34 UTC https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743513711 30063238_ https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743515621 communication allows for the exchange of clear information based on the patient’s care needs ]]> 2023-10-12 12:04:24 UTC https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743515621 30063238_ https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743516819 communication helps enhance the positive relationship between patients and health and social care workers]]> 2023-10-12 12:05:25 UTC https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743516819 30063238_ https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743520437 communication is vital to:

  • To record personal details.
  • To keep medical/patient records.
  • To issue medical prescriptions or referrals.
  • To create letters, emails, text messages to inform and remind about appointments at the hospital, doctors, dentist, etc.
  • To draw up care plans.
  • To issue newsletters and inform notice boards.
  • To hand over duties.
]]> 2023-10-12 12:08:26 UTC https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743520437 30063238_ https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743527597 the opposite of good communication is poor communication

This happens when the message is inaccurate, unclear, lacks transparency and is inaccessible. Inconsistency in the means of communications can also cause confusion and important information can be missed.

Effective communication is key to patient safety, and it is also crucial to managing an incident once it has occurred.]]> 2023-10-12 12:13:39 UTC https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743527597 30063238_ https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743530982 poor communication can lead to:

  • A reduction in the quality of care
  • Poor patient outcomes
  • Wastage of resources
  • High healthcare costs
  • Misdiagnoses or delays in treatment
  • Medication errors
  • A breakdown in the doctor-patient relationship
  • Longer wait times in healthcare
  • Negative effect on patient and staff satisfaction
]]> 2023-10-12 12:16:15 UTC https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743530982 30063238_ https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743535693 communication is used in healthcare to:
  • Improve care services
  • Enhance patient experience
  • Create more transparency and openness
  • Reduce complaints
  • Build trust on the health and social care system
  • Reduce stress
  • Create a better working environment for carers

]]> 2023-10-12 12:19:48 UTC https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743535693 30063238_ https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743540715 good communication encourages patients to share more information and positively influences their mental state]]> 2023-10-12 12:23:40 UTC https://padlet.com/30063238_/9fdbam16ht056woq/wish/2743540715