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.
2.3 Explain why it is important to observe an individual’s reactions when communicating with them – It is important to observe an individual’s behaviour because their body language is also a form of communication. Communication is a two way process called an interaction and it is important to observe people as you deal with them. As a carer we must be good communicators, this means much more than just talking to people. We must communicate through speaking, facial expressions, body language and gestures to name a few. 2.
In this assignment I will be going to explain the factors which can impact upon effective communication and interpersonal interaction and discuss the importance of communication in a health and social care settings. I will outline different theories of communication and link these theories to communication and its effectiveness. Communication is a process that involves the exchange of information, thoughts, ideas and emotions. There are many ways of communicating and this can be done verbally and non-verbally. We have many reasons of communicating with each other, and these are to express ourselves as well as to pass on information and knowledge.
This ensures the individual accessing care or services is placed at the centre or home. The team should share a common purpose and vision to improve the individual’s life. Effective partnership working involves many features including: * Trust * Empathy * Respect for the skills and contribution of colleagues * Communication * Effective listening skills * Realistic expectations * Clear objectives * Honesty * Working to agreed practices * Maintenance of balance between task and relationship orientation There are various theories relating to effective partnership working. These include areas such as team working, avoidance of social loafing, avoidance of
(Rider & Keefer, 2006, p. 624). With this paper I will define health care communication, and the relevancy of effective personal health care communication with other health care professionals, clients, and patients. With this paper I will describe the relevancy of effective
Relationships between employers and employees are formed by individuals who are not of equal status. As a result one person has more power or authority within the relationship than the other. Other colleagues within a company is also a form of working relationship which requires good teamwork and communication to achieve satisfactory results set out within the company’s agenda. Service users along with their families are an important working relationship to ensure the well-being of an individual. Communication with psychiatric doctors, social workers and community practice nurses is also required within a good practicing working relationship.
Communication between colleagues is essential, so that it ensures a continuity of care for the client, and all staff are aware of the current needs of the client. Communication is vital to make a persons quality of life better 1.2: Effective communication is the foundation if everything you do in your work and affects every aspect of your work and who you work with, The resident is the most important but liaison with the family and friends is crucial for personal information including colleagues. Communication is different depending on the person and the reason : ie a GP for medical reasons, a funeral director for there last wishes, a social worker to determine there needs. It is a two way process and the type of communication will vary depending on who you are communicating with and their age. The communication can be either verbal or non verbal.
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. 1.2 How communication affects working relationships at work Communication in the workplace is essential to effective working both with colleagues and the client group. The use of good communication skills promotes better relationships with colleagues, clients and family members. Without good communication skills the staff member may have difficulty establishing a therapeutic relationship. This may lead to miscommunication and the client’s needs going unnoticed/unmet.
Outline how to identify an individual’s communication and language needs, wishes and preference. Communication is the sending of information from one person to another expressing your wants, feelings, thoughts and opinions clearly. Communication and language needs and preferences of individuals are the individuals’ needs and wants in terms of their preferred language and ways of communicating with you, and you communicating and responding to them. When a person decides to communicate with a person, he or she does so to fulfil a need. The person wants something, feels discomfort, and or has feelings or thoughts about something.
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.