Patient-Provider Communications

Download or read book Patient-Provider Communications written by Valerie Hart and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2010-10-25 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Patient-Provider Communications: Caring to Listen is the only text to discuss patient communication specifically for advanced practice nurses Each chapter of this unique text gives a brief synopsis of current communication theories that relate to the topic and drive communication strategies with patients. Specific patient populations, such as children, adolescents, elders, and culturally diverse patient groups are identified and role-play for different clinical situations teach students to provide patient-centered care. Communication and journaling exercises based on current communication research are included at the end of each chapter to bridge the gap between communication theory and clinical practice.