1.1 Different reasons why people communicate are to express their needs and feelings with others, to share information with each other and to build up relationships. 1.2 Communication will be more effective if you build up a good rapport with the individual; if you show respect and speak directly to them ensuring eye contact is kept also if you respect confidentiality and if you are able to adapt your communication skills to meet the needs of each individual e.g. hearing loss. 1.3 To understand their body language so you can get a true feeling of their response also to make sure that the person you are talking to has fully understood what you are asking them or talking about. 2.1 You can find out and individuals communicational and language needs, wishes and preferences by asking them or their family/ friends, reading care plans, being aware of their culture, religion, ethnicity and nationality or by simply observing how the individual communicates.
Aiii Identify three ways of finding out the communication and language needs of an individual. For each method, describe how effective it is at establishing the needs of the individual. Observation aver the clients and staff as well; care plans, risk assessments and guidelines are to be put in place for staff to understand better the clients’ needs; The most effective is observation as you can see for yourself how the client communicates to others. Aiv Describe three factors to consider when promoting effective communication. The environment The mental health condition The age.
Outcome 1 Understand why communication is important in the work setting Assessment Criteria The learner can: 1. Identify different reasons why people communicate 2. Explain how effective communication affects all aspects of own work 3. Explain why it is important to observe an individual’s reactions when communicating with them. Unit 001 Introduction to Communication in Health, Social Care or Children’s and Young People’s Settings Outcome 2 Be able to meet the communication and language needs, wishes and preferences of individuals Assessment Criteria The learner can: 1.
Principles of communication in adult care settings Understand why communication is important in adult social care settings 1.1 Different reasons people communicate Express emotions Exchange information Express views Share experiences Socialise Establish relationships 1.2 Effective communication between customers and careers means the customer gets the care they require and helps make the carer aware of any problems the customer may have. Careers need to be able to let other careers, supervisors or management know if there's any concerns about a customer. Good communication helps to build trust between carers and customers. Effective communication helps to prevent misunderstandings between careers and customers. 1.3 By observing a persons reaction you can tell if they have understood and agree with what they are being told.
You have a better insight about the individual (religious and cultural beliefs etc) therefore ensuring effective communication. Av) a) The environment will be a pleasant and positive one to work within if colleagues communicate regularly therefore promoting team work. b) Confidence and independence will be created/enhanced between the individual and carer due to good communication and involving the individual. c) To ensure that the best possible care and support is provided and to uphold individual’s rights. Useful information to support your work as a carer can be provided by other professionals.
Explain how effective communication affects all aspects of working in adult social care settings. Communication is a vital factor when working in adult care, as it allows the needs and wishes of service users to be fully understood by staff members to ensure they have a fulfilled life. It also ensures low risk of any misunderstandings between staff members when discussing important matters so that everyone is in understanding. Explain why it is important to observe an individual’s reactions when communicating with them. It is important to see a person’s reaction when communicating, as it can give you evidence of their understanding.
How communication is so important in a health and social care environment Communication is vital when working in a health and social care environment, verbally or non- verbally. It is needed so that the carer (nurse, social worker) can give the best possible support or help to the patient. Good communication skills can gain positive relationships and also put the patient at ease as they will feel they can start to trust you which help them to relax and communicate back with you. This can then help to get a bigger picture of the patient's background and enable you to understand their needs. Sometimes it may not be as simple as just talking to a patient, it maybe there deaf or blind, if this was to be the case it is very important for to you finds the right way to communicate with them, for simple reasons such as an emergency.
Outcome 4 Understand how to implement personalisation 1. Analyse the skills, attitudes and approaches needed by those providing support or brokering services, in order to implement personalisation 2. Identify potential barriers to personalisation 3. Describe ways to overcome barriers to personalisation in day to day work An important first step in personalising the support a person with autism receives is to set out with them what their aspirations and needs are. Skilled input is needed to make sure that the planning of personalised care works well.
Effective written and verbal communication and being able to use a variety of interpersonal techniques promotes strong working relationships which will then lead to a good quality care for my service users. With service users I initially need to establish a service users ability, needs and preferences in relation to communication needs and develop a plan of action to provide appropriate support that meets the service users communication needs and methods. The assessment involves observation questions and regarding information on a number of areas including ways and their preference of communication by service users which support process of completing the service users person centred plans. Any changes to service users’ needs need to be recognized and care plans changed to support the changes. When conversing with service users I ensure I speak in an informal relaxed way I
1.1 The reason why people communicate is to insure everyone has the correct information and instructions to follow, it also allows people to share ideas and experiences, express their feelings, socialize and ask questions. Communication enables people to build and maintain relationships with service users and work colleagues, to create a better working environment. It is easier for work colleagues to discuss and raise any concerns about a service user than to read in the care plan. 1.2 Communication can lead to good or poor service within an adult social care setting. Good communication with service users encourages participation in activities therefore promoting equality within the care setting.