It can be used to express the person’s needs and helps to develop trust and establish good relationships between care givers, clients and their families. Communication is also needed for negotiation and to prevent and resolve any conflict and/or misunderstanding. This is shown in Tuckman’s stages of group interaction theory (forming, storming, norming performing). 1.3 Explain why it is important to observe an individual’s reactions when communicating with them An individual’s reactions to communication can not only be shown through what they communicate verbally in the tone, pitch and even silence, but in their non-verbal responses such as in body language and gestures, facial expressions, eye contact and through touch. Also their reactions can show their emotional responses to certain information, if it has been understood and also if there needs to be any adaptations to the way in which they communicate with others.
Principles of communication in adult social care setting Unit 201 Outcome 1 Understand why communication is important in adult social care settings 1.1 Identify different reasons why people communicate. People communicate; to give and receive support to express thought and ideas to obtain share and express information to express feelings wishes needs and emotions to develop relationships 1.2 Explain how effective communication affects all aspects of working in adult care settings Whether verbal or non verbal communication is used between carer and resident it is extremely important so that I as a carer can understand their needs, feelings and wishes so that they are cared for as well as they possibly can be. I must communicate with their family, other work colleagues and specialist practitioners to ensure I know and understand fully the residents wishes and care plan. 1.3 Explain why it is important to observe individuals reactions when communicating with them. Whether verbal or non verbal communication is used it helps me understand a resident.
Unit 4222-324 - Support individuals with specific communication needs (HSC 3029) Outcome 1 - understand specific communication needs and factors affecting them. 1. Explain the importance of meeting an individual's communication needs. Individuals who have communication problems need support to enable them to express themselves effectively. It is therefore important for the carers to be aware of the individuals preferred method of communication and also to support the individual to use their preferred method.
301 Principles of communication in adult social care settings Ai Identify four different reasons why people communicate - We communicate to build relationships with people; families, friends, colleagues and with your residents. - Communication is the way we express how we feel and give our opinions. - Communication is used between people to exchange ideas, facts and impressions. - We also use communication to give people guidance and reassurance. Aii Explain how effective communication can affect relationships in an adult social care setting between: a) Colleagues and other professionals It is essential to have good communication between your colleagues and any other professions involved in the care of an individual.
1. Identify the different reasons why people communicate (1.1.1) The main purpose for communicating is to get your point across to others. This is important in my job role so that I can gain an understanding into each individual’s life learning about their background, interests and opinions; this will allow me to give the best person centred care I can. Communication is also used to express feelings and thoughts 2. Explain how communication affects relationships in an adult social care setting (1.1.2) When working in a care setting communication is very important.
This might be through the use of body language, facial expressions, gestures, tone of voice, touch or contact, signs, symbols, pictures, objects and other visual aids. It is very important to be able to recognise what a person’s body language is saying, especially when as a health or social care worker we are dealing with someone who is in pain, worried or upset. We must also be able to understand the messages we send with our own body when working with other people. The main elements involved in non-verbal communication. Body language – The way we sit or stand, which is called posture, can send messages.
CU303P/CT303 Principles of Communication in Adult Social Care Settings. 1.1 The different reasons why people communicate are To express needs, to share ideas and information, to reassure, to express feelings, to build relationships,to ask questions and to share experiences. 1.2 If you do not show effective communication then the person/people you are communicating with may not understand what you are trying to communicate to them. They may also misunderstand what you mean and give you an invalid response. 1.3 It is important to observe an individuals reactions so you are aware they understand what is being communicated to them.
First and foremost is the person you are supporting or the service user, but there are also their family and friends, who are likely to be involved in the support plan. You will also have to communicate with colleagues and with other professionals such as GP’s or District Nurses or even the Police or Ambulance service. 1.3 Explain why it is important to observe an individual’s reactions when communicating with them. All communication has an effect on the person you are communicating with. It is a two-way process called an interaction, and it is important that you watch the effects so that any problems can be identified and dealt with, any relationship comes about through communication.
Promote Communication in Health, Social Care or Children’s and Young People's Settings – Unit 1/HSC 031 1.1 Different reasons people communicate People use communication for differing reasons but ultimately communication relates to the sharing of information. Through communication people convey their thoughts/ideas, feelings/emotions e.t.c. Communication is essential within the health and social care setting. Staff need to communicate with clients in order to best assess their needs, then plan for and support around them. Staff need to communicate with one another in order that each is aware of the needs of the client group and contributes to providing continuity of care.
Outcome 2 1- To establish the communication and laungage needs, wishes and preferences of an individual you can look in their care plan. It will show you if they have difficulty communicating and the best and effective ways to overcome these. You could also seek help from other staff members who have worked with the individual in the past as this could be very effective. Talking to the family members is also a good way to find out this information. 2 - There are factors to consider when promoting effective communication such as disabilities such as hearing loss, impaired vision, mobility problems or speech impairment.