There are many different reasons why people communicate, the main reasons being to get to know each other and to know things about each other. Also to express how we feel, to let people know of our needs, of things that we like and don’t like. Communication enables us to give and receive information, whether it be about a person, place or feelings and needs. 1.2 Q. Explain how effective communication affects all aspects of working in adult social care settings.
2.1 - When getting to know an individual, it is important to know how they like to be addressed such as some people called James likes to be called Jim but there are others who like to be called something completely different. It’s also a good start to know if they speak the same language, if there is a language barrier, there is different methods to overcome this. When the barriers are down and communication is well established, wishes and preferences of an individual are easier to identify and put into place. By using good communication skills, it makes it a bit simpler to support an individual to make informed choices about how they are cared for and supported. This will make them feel respected, valued and in control of what happens to them.
By having good communication skills it will build good relationships in the work place. Communication works both ways, so it is important to speak clearly in a way that the person listening would understand so it causes no confusions. Describe the factors to consider when promoting effective communication. Some factors to take into consideration when communication would be hand and facial gestures; which could show feelings and emotions. Another factor is the person your speaking to and the level of understanding they have, and if they will be able to understand more technical and complicated words.
Unit 301 Principles of communication in adult social care settings Outcome 1. Understand why effective communication is important in adult social care settings. 1.1 Identify the different reasons people communicate. Reasons why people communicate are to obtain and receive information, to get to know each other and form relationships. In an adult social care setting communication is important to express and share ideas, feelings, needs and wishes and preferences.
With good communication it is less likely to be any mistakes made, if a mistake was made it should be able to be identified and discussed through good communication. 2.2 Promoting effective communication, the factors to consider are the individuals, and there preferred method of communicating. Verbal communication you would need the correct tone, pitch, does the individual need to be spoken to loudly slowly and clearly, or they could prefer quite softly and perhaps on their own. Correct eye contact is a factor to consider when communicating with anyone, staff or individuals. 3.1 People from different backgrounds, for example a some culture’s would find eye contact rude and unacceptable, some people from different backgrounds may use slang words for example, calling people babes, me duck, or may ask if they want the loo, some people may not understand what that means which could cause distress and a misunderstanding.
I make sure that I am clear on instructions, times, dates or location and if appropriate I like to have it written down. I aim to make positive and lively conversation to promote the interest in conversation. It is important to be confident as if you are nervous you can sometimes create barriers making communication difficult. Eye contact shows that you are listening and are interested in what the person has to say. I try to be polite and friendly in order to create trust, people feel that you are approachable and tend to communicate better when they trust you.
2.3 Non verbal communication – eye contact, touch gestures, body language, behaviour. Verbal communication – vocabulary, linguistic tone, pitch and pace. Sign language, Makaton, braille, the use of signs symbols, pictures and writing. The use of interpreters, translators technological aids. 2.4 Its important to respond to an individuals reactions when communicating to promote the communication cycle and to ensure understanding of the individual and prevent aggression.
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. Individuals have the right to communicate through their chosen method and their choice should be acknowledged and respected by supporting them. The individual’s right are particularly important when using specific communication methods and language because it’s their major way of communicating their needs and preferences. Communication is a basic human right. Without communication the individual is unable to realise or exercise their rights.
Let’s take our example from above again. “What are you doing?” Still a simple communication, but even if the sender delivers the message in proper tone and body language; if the receiver does not listen to the tone or body language the message could be interpreted as negative. Also is the listener does not respond to the sender or responds in a negative tone or body language, the communication can easily be turned from a casual conversation to and argument. The sender and receiver of a communication have an important job to do; that is to be active participants in the communication by listening and responding to each
Unit 301 Principles of communication in adult social care settings Understand why effective communication is important in adult social care settings 1.1 Identify the different reasons people communicate * People communicate for many reasons such as to express their needs, share information, express feelings, ask questions, build relationships, receive instructions 1.2 Explain how communication affects relationships in an adult care setting * In care setting effective communication can gain trust with service users and carers resulting in good relationships Understand how to meet the communication and language needs, wishes and preferences of an individual 2.1 Compare ways to establish the communication and language needs, wishes and preferences