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Fundamental in Nursing Practice

The document outlines fundamental aspects of communication in nursing, highlighting characteristics such as simplicity, clarity, and adaptability. It distinguishes between verbal and non-verbal communication modes and emphasizes the importance of electronic communication, particularly email, for its efficiency and ability to maintain records. Overall, effective communication is presented as essential for improving client care and continuity.

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Fundamental in Nursing Practice

The document outlines fundamental aspects of communication in nursing, highlighting characteristics such as simplicity, clarity, and adaptability. It distinguishes between verbal and non-verbal communication modes and emphasizes the importance of electronic communication, particularly email, for its efficiency and ability to maintain records. Overall, effective communication is presented as essential for improving client care and continuity.

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FUNDAMENTAL in NURSING PRACTICE

COMMUNICATION IN NURSING

CHARACTERISTICS OF COMMUNICATION

▪Simplicity

▪Clarity

▪Timing & Relevance

▪Adaptability

▪Credibility

THE COMMUNICATION PROCESS

MODES OF COMMUNICATION

▪Verbal communication – uses spoken or written words

▪Non-verbal communication (body language) – uses gestures, facial expressions, posture/gait, body
movements, physical appearance, eye contact, tone of voice

ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION

ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL)

▪Is the most common form of electronic communication

ADVANTAGES OF E-MAIL

▪Fast, efficient way to communicate & it is legible

▪It provides record of the date & time of the message that

was sent or received.

▪Improves communication & continuity of client care ▪Better access

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