2.1 Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
- Assess one’s own communication skills and effectiveness.
- Demonstrate cultural humility, professionalism, and respect when communicating.
- Use communication styles and methods that demonstrate caring, respect, active listening, authenticity, and trust.
- Maintain communication with interprofessional team members and others to facilitate safe transitions and continuity in care delivery.
- Use therapeutic communication techniques.
- Confirm that the recipient of the communication heard and understands the message.
- Apply principles of distance and space.
- Discuss strategies for maintaining confidentiality.
- Use technology to access current and reliable information.
- Use correct medical terminology and abbreviations.
- Report significant patient information verbally and in writing.
- Document according to legal guidelines.
