Immerse yourself in the topic of communication in the workplace with an interesting conversation about the communication demands of today&aposs nursing practice! Communication in Nursing, 8th Edition adopts a uniquely practical and personal approach, providing extensive examples, exercises, and techniques that help you understand important concepts and apply communication skills in a variety of clinical settings. With its conversational tone, this relatable text takes you beyond theory to show you how to use communication as a tool to limit stress in your nursing practice. A new Active Learning feature that promotes goal-directed reading, and additional QSEN exercises highlight the importance of assertive communication in promoting quality, safe care for clients - all in an easy-to-read magazine layout.
Author | Balzer Riley |
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Table Of Content | Part 1: Packing Your Bags for the Journey of Caring, Assertive, Responsible Communication 1. Responsible, Assertive, Caring Communication in Nursing 2. The Client-Nurse Relationship: A Helping Relationship 3. Solving Problems Together 4. Understanding Each Other: Communication and Culture Part Two: Honoring Your Fellow Travelers Along the Journey 5. Demonstrating Warmth 6. Showing Respect 7. Being Genuine 8. Being Empathetic 9. Using Self-Disclosure 10. Being Specificity 11. Asking Questions 12. Expressing Opinions 13. Using Humor 14. Embracing the Spiritual Journey Of Health Caring.Meaning Making Part Three: Developing Road-Worthy Practices Along the Journey 15. Requesting Support 16. Overcoming Evaluation Anxiety 17. Working With Feedback 18. Using Relaxation Techniques 19. Incorporating Imagery in Professional Practice and Self-Care 20. Incorporating Positive Self-Talk 21. Learning to Work Together in Groups 22. Navigating the Changing World of Electronic Communication Part Four: Embracing the Transformative Process of the Journey 23. Learning Confrontation Skills 24. Refusing Unreasonable Requests 25. Communicating Assertively and Responsibly With Distressed Clients and Colleagues 26. Communicating Assertively and Responsibly With Aggressive Clients and Colleagues 27. Communicating Assertively and Responsibly With Unpopular Clients 28. Managing Team Conflict Assertively and Responsibly 29. Communicating at the End of Life 30. Continuing the Commitment to the Journey |
Format | 235 x 191 (7 1/2 x 9 1/4) |
Page Count | 376 |
Publish Date | 29 Jan 2016 |