Things Which Block Good Communication

Offered By

Association of Palliative Medicine

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30 minutes
 
100% Online
 
No download
 
English
 
Desktop & Mobile
   
Shareable
Certificate

Course Information

Purpose
Target Audience
Course Structure
Certificate
Prerequisites 
CPD

Why should I take this course?

Both professionals and patients say and do things which can block communication. This micro skills lesson from the Association for Palliative Medicine describes the various behaviours which block communication. Awareness of blocking behaviours, and their impact, helps professionals to avoid such behaviours.

This course is ideal for:

All health professionals.

What you can expect

A 30 minute eLearning course containing interactive content and activities.

Validate your learning

Each participant receives a certificate upon course completion.

Do I need any prior qualifications or experience?

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Overview

Here is what you will cover in
this course 

Define blocking behaviour

Describe non-verbal blocking behaviour

Describe verbal blocking behaviour

Describe the reasons why patients and staff members may block communication

Recognise the impact of blocking behaviour on both the patient (or family member) and the professional