Effective communication in the health and social care sitting is very important as it allows the health care workers, perform their rules effectively allowing them to work alongside their colleagues whilst developing supportive friends with the users of the service who come from different types of background ect.... People with communication disability are at risk of not being able to communicate effectively with their health care professionals and this could have an impact on their health.¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬ Contexts of communication in health and use and social care In health and social care professionals have to develop effective communication skills in order to work with the diverse range of people who work in the social care. The two contents, or types of circumstances, in which communication and interaction occur are one to one group contexts One to one communication occurs when one person speak with or writes to another individual. This happens when someone who is living in a care home might want to meet and talk to a care professional because they might have health worries or personal concerns. For example one to one communication also occurs when care professionals meet with and talk to each other or with the partners, relatives or friends of people receiving care. Communication in one to one situation is most effective when both parties are relaxed
1 - Introduction to communication in health, social care or children's and young ... | | 1 - Understand why communication is important in the work setting | 1.1 Identify different reasons why people communicate: People communicate for different reasons, to portray their feelings, emotions, pain, opinions, etc. To work with people with mental illness, communication plays a very important part to make sure that the best provision is created for all. There are many different reasons why people communicate. People communicate to share information and express a need. They communicate to learn new things and develop learning.
Developing Effective Communication in Health & Social Care Effective communication is defined as verbal speech or other methods of relaying information that get a point across. An example of effective communication is when you talk in clear and simple terms. Interpersonal skills are the techniques people use in order to communicate and maintain effective relationships. Interaction is an exchange of communication. These 3 keywords are very important in health and social care settings for example in care homes there are care workers, staff, patients etc who have to communicate with each other to get information across to each other and have a good understanding between each other in order to perform a variety of tasks.
Unit 201 – Principles of communication in adult social care settings Identify different reasons why people communicate. To form relationships with others – Give guidance, encouragement, support, build and gain trust and respect. To share information and knowledge – Share past and present experiences, follow or provide instructions. Express needs and opinions – If suffering any pain or discomfort, share feelings and emotions. Explain how effective communication affects all aspects of working in adult social care settings.
EXPLAIN HOW EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION AFFECTS ALL ASPECTS OF OWN WORK. Effective communication skills are vital in care work because they enable care workers to : Understand the needs of others Form relationships with clients Show respect towards clients and other members of staff Meet the clients social, emotional and intellectual needs Knowing how to ask questions effectively Effective communication - keeping in
Messages can be sent to people through gestures; Facial expressions; Hand gestures; Body language. Messages can also be sent through sign language, Braille, text messaging, written communication etc. When working in a Health and Social caring environment, it is highly important to communicate effectively so you and your patient have a good understanding of what is being said to each other and also, so you can build a strong relationship with your client/ patient. Sometimes it may not be just the patient you have to communicate with, you may also have
QCF Portofolio Health and Social Care – Level 3 Outcome 1 Understand why effective communication is important in the work setting 1. Identify the different reasons people communicate : People communicate for a variety of reasons : to learn, to know one another, to gain information, to understand, to share, to make team work more effective etc. On a more extreme level, one person may wish to talk to another because they feel lonely or neglected, and need reassurance. 2. Explain how communication affects relationships in the work setting : In care home setting communication occurs with the service users and their fammilies, the management and the directors, the working staff in the home and with outside professionals and visitors.
All communications are confidential, and should not be discussed with people not involved with the service user. Communication between work colleagues is essential, so that the service user has the best possible care, and all staff are aware of the current needs of the service user. 1.2 Explain how effective communication affects all aspects of the learner’s work within the care setting I communicate using: Service user record books, Talking with work Colleagues, Staff in the office and meetings with my Line Manager. Effective communication is important as it ensures that all information is clear, accurate, non-judgmental or opinionated and informative. This helps reduce the possibility of mistakes being made in the service users care and ensuring the correct care is given.
Introduction to Communication in Health & Social Care or Children’s and Young People’s Settings Learning Outcomes 1.1 Understand why communication is important in the work setting Effective communication is needed to motivate people and build relationships in Health & Social Care setting. 1.2 Be able to meet the communication needs and language needs, wishes and preferences of individuals Asking whether they or relatives have a particular language need/communication need Reading reports and notes about service user that provide information on speech/language issues, learning difficulties, disabilities – hearing or visual impairment or physical condition – stroke/cleft palate, that may affect their ability to communicate. Being aware that an individual’s culture, ethnicity and nationality effect their language preferences and needs. Observe people who use your setting to see how they use their communication and language skills. Ask Supervisor/Mentor and specialist professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and social workers for information, advice and support on how best to communicate with adults who have special communication needs.
ques 1.Identify the different reasons people communicate People communicate for different reasons, to portray their feelings, emotions, pain, opinions, etc. The communication could be professional (formal), or personal (informal). • People communicate in order to establish and maintain relationships with others, to give and receive information and instructions, to understand and be understood, to share opinions, knowledge, feelings, emotions,to express needs; to express feelings; to build relationships; socialise; to ask questions; to share experiences to give encouragement they are valued. • Individuals communicate with carers to express their needs and preferences and to ensure they are met. As a carer I would discuss the options and choices available to the individual to allow them an informed choice regards their care.