Health Professional and Patient Interaction
Purtilo PhD FAPTA, Ruth B.; Haddad PhD MFA RN FAAN, Amy M.
ISBN 10: 1416022449 ISBN 13: 9781416022442
Published by Saunders, 2007
Used
Soft cover
From
Zoom Books Company, Lynden, WA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since December 19, 2022
This specific item is no longer available.
About this Item
Description:
Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Seller Inventory # ZBV.1416022449.VG
Synopsis:
The revised and updated seventh edition of Health Professional and Patient Interaction emphasizes respectful interactions in a wide range of health care settings. Strategies for effectively communicating with patients of all ages, as well as abusive, depressed and impaired patients, are illustrated through examples and various scenarios.
- A framework of respect and ethics is presented to drive decision making in patient communication.
- Patient stories introduce the patient's point of view to illustrate the principles described in each chapter.
- Individual chapters detail advice for effective, respectful interaction with newborns through toddlers, children and adolescents, adults, and older adults.
- Questions for Thought and Discussion ending each section engage students in applying their knowledge to a variety of situations.
- Updated information highlights the importance of professionalism and values.
- A context of respect is addressed in relation to institutional settings, a diverse society, and difficult situations.
- Self respect in the student years and the professional medical career is emphasized.
- Reflections boxes encourage critical thinking through questions based on given scenarios, as well as the reader's personal experiences.
- Two-color design visually reinforces learning opportunities.
About the Author: Ruth B. Purtilo, PhD, FAPTA, Director, Center for Health Policy and Ethics, Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Professor of Physical Therapy, School of Pharmacy and Allied Health Professions, Omaha, NE; and Amy M. Haddad, PhD, RN, Professor, Center for Health Policy and Ethics; Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical and Administrative Sciences, School of Allied Health Professions, Omaha, NE
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Bibliographic Details
Title: Health Professional and Patient Interaction
Publisher: Saunders
Publication Date: 2007
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: very_good