Principles of Communication in Adult Social Care Settings

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Name: Jill Barber Questions set date: Assignment 201 Principles of communication in adult social care settings Assignment composition Assignment overview In this assignment, you will complete tasks to demonstrate your understanding of the importance of communication in adult social care settings, and ways to overcome barriers to meet individual needs and preferences in communication. You will also address the issue of confidentiality. Task Evidence Learning outcomes covered A Short answer questions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 B Poster 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4 Task A – Short answer questions Ai) Describe four different methods of communication. 4 marks • Behaviour is a method of communication as it communicates how someone feels. Sometimes people with dementia cannot say how they feel and a change in their behaviour indicates this. • We can communicate through music as depending on the type of music we listen to can determine our emotions. • People who are blind use Braille to read. • We often communicate through the use of the internet, face book is a social network which is very popular as well as tweeting. Aii) Identify five different reasons why people communicate. 5 marks • Keeping records. • Planning and agreeing actions. • Giving out warnings and information. • Making choices. • Building and maintaining good working relationships. Aiii) Give two reasons why it is important to observe the reactions of an individual using the service when you are communicating with them. 4 marks • So we can record if a client’s condition has changed so we can monitor and review their care package. • Ensure you
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