Immerse yourself in the topic of communication in the workplace with an interesting conversation about the communication demands of today's nursing practice! Communication in Nursing 8th Edition adopts a uniquely practical & personal approach providing extensive examples exercises & techniques that help you understand important concepts & apply communication skills in a variety of clinical settings With its conversational tone this relatable text takes you beyond theory to show you how to use communication as a tool to limit stress in your nursing practice A new Active Learning feature that promotes goal-directed reading & additional QSEN exercises highlight the importance of assertive communication in promoting quality safe care for clients
- all in an easy-to-read magazine layout QSEN preface & exercises stress how communication impacts safety & quality of care Moments of Connection boxes highlight beneficial outcomes of successful communication & provide concrete examples of how communication techniques work" Reflections on" boxes provide thoughtful summary exercises at the end of each chapter that give you a specific task to help you integrate chapter material into the broader scope of nursing practice Wit & Wisdom boxes present selected verses "ations relevant to chapter topics adding interest & humor These boxes keep your attention by providing moments of relief from serious topics & "a-ha" moments when theory becomes linked to practice Exercisesthroughout each chapter help you master chapter techniques & strengthen your communication skills NEW! Active Learning feature in every chapter promotes active goal-directed reading NEW! Exercises in each chapter including reflective journaling remediation online & group activities & discussion topics help facilitate various learning types NEW & UPDATED! Additional QSEN exercises & an updated QSEN preface highlight the importance of assertive communication in promoting quality safe care for clients NEW! Discusses the importance of interprofessional education & communication in the healthcare environment NEW! Addresses the importance of "presence" in nursing
- being present for clients families colleagues & self NEW! New content on healthy grief & the issues of death denial & death phobia & professional boundaries related to social media NEW! Coverage of the most current research about the importance of self-care NEW! Explains the importance of the concept of "the pause" in communication so you better understand how & when to use pauses