Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description Caring and communication are central to nursing practice and are essential elements of an optimal nurse-patient relationship. This module will introduce students to the concept of caring and outline the various theories focusing on caring in nursing. Students will also be introduced to the core elements of communication in practice. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Examine their own attitudes and behaviors towards health and wellbeing and their role in caring for others 2. Discuss the meaning of caring and theories of caring 3. Analyse the principles of interpersonal communication for health behaviour change 4. Adopt a person centered approach to communication for health behaviour change 5. Communicate in a supportive non directive manner with individuals 6. Demonstrate effective communication skills in the context of health conversations | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Caring and NursingSelf-awareness and the Johari window. The meaning of caring and nursing theories focusing on caring. How nurses can demonstrate caring in practice. Caring for a vulnerable patient. Providing holistic care in practice. The therapeutic use of self in the delivery of nursing care. The importance of self-care for the professional nurse. Reflection, self-awareness and nursing care.CommunicationCompassion and empathy in establishing relationships with patients/clients, families and colleagues. Active listening. Verbal and nonverbal communication. Barriers/challenges in communication and methods of overcoming barriers. Written forms of communication issues of confidentiality, accountability and responsibility.TutorialsActive listening and non-verbal communication skills. Written and oral communication skills. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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Other Resources 63964, Website, Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI), 0, Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann, https://www.nmbi.ie/Home, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Programme or List of Programmes
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Date of Last Revision | 14-JAN-10 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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