Question

What are the different communication styles?

2.     Identify and describe your communication style as a nurse. Explain if it is or is not effective and why/why not.

3.     Identify and describe a style of communication you see in a colleague that you wish you could emulate. Explain why his/her style is one to exemplify.

4.     Describe 1-2 strategies you can implement that may help you to develop a more effective communication style as part of the healthcare team. Provide examples.

Answer 1

Answer:The different communication styles includes:

• Assertive
• Aggressive
• Submissive
• Manipulative

The use of assertive communication styles is effective type of communication style as it is related to respecting the feelings and ideas of the person. It includes needs and respecting the feelings of others as well as our own.

The style of communication most of the people use is assertive where one consider his own rights along with the others. It is a good way if communication where both the feelings and thoughts can be considered.

To develop more effective communication it is important to be a good listener. In the healthcare profession it is necessary to understand the problem of the patient. The second strategy can be involved as using effective communication skills such as including non verbal communication. Making clear concept of the treatment.

For example, A patient is suffering from depression. So at this point the healthcare professional needs to have effective communication that can encourage him to overcome with the situation. It boost his moral instincts.