Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care - CommunicationCommunicating with patients and colleagues
Effective clinical communication is two-way (or multi-way if between teams), structured, and continuous communication that results in timely, accurate, and appropriate transfer of information
Communication Skills: a guide to practice for healthcare professionals.This communication skills guide to practice will explore several common communication scenarios that you may find yourself in, and help you navigate and master each interaction you have in your day-to-day practice.
The Importance of Communication in Health Care and Tips to ImproveEffective communication can have a positive impact on the patient-provider dynamic in numerous ways. It can allow patients to be better educated about their own health, which could enable them to embrace proactive health and wellness strategies. It can also help patients develop a comprehensive understanding of current care strategies involving their health, including acute health situations.