Communication and Clinical Effectiveness in Rehabilitation

Download or read book Communication and Clinical Effectiveness in Rehabilitation written by Frances Reynolds and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2004-11-11 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Incorporating a patient-focused perspective on communication and health care, this new title for physical and occupational therapists and students provides practical strategies for effective communication with both colleagues and patients. Written in a straightforward, easy-to-understand style, it offers a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach and an emphasis on reflective practice, making it a timely and useful resource for today's readers. Discusses strategies for communicating with both colleagues and patients Examines the evidence for the importance of effective communication in enhancing clinical effectiveness Contains reflective exercises for self-awareness of personal communication skills and difficulties Provides case studies that allow the reader to analyze a range of realistic communication problems Includes research-based evidence throughout