Communication Skills for Nurses : a Practical Guide on How to Achieve Successful Consultations /

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Author / Creator:Edwards, Marilyn, author.
Imprint:London : Quay Books Division, MA Healthcare, Ltd., [2010]
Description:1 online resource (253 pages)
Language:English
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Format: E-Resource Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/11242617
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ISBN:9781856424967
1856424960
9781856424974
1856424979
9781856423939
Notes:Includes bibliographical references.
English.
Online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on May 04, 2015).
Summary:Over a third of all consultations in general practice are now conducted by nurses. The consultation is the key element of primary care, with patients being more satisfied with the care given by clinicians who have good communication skills. Poor communication or dissatisfaction with a consultation is reported to be one reason why patients decide not to attend or do not take a prescribed treatment. Patients need to be satisfied with the consultation, understand their condition and understand ...
Other form:Print version: Edwards, Marilyn. Communication skills for nurses : a practical guide on how to achieve successful consultations. London : Quay Books, ©2010 approximately 253 pages 9781856423939