Describe the active listening technique. What barriers to effective communication are common in health science settings? What can healthcare professionals do to reduce these barriers?
Why is effective communication important in the health sciences? Provide an example of a situation where effective communication is important.
What are some ways that health science professionals can improve their communication with patients?
One of the barriers to effective communication is different cultural backgrounds. Why might different cultural backgrounds influence communication? What can healthcare professionals do to reduce this communication barrier?