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USING COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS IN PALLIATIVE CARE.

Authors :
Barnard, Alan
Ganca, Linda
Source :
CME: Continuing Medical Education. Jul2011, Vol. 29 Issue 7, p282-284. 3p.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The article discusses the use of listening, silence, acknowledging and normalisation in a palliative care consultation at primary care level. It mentions that palliative care is a core competence for general practitioners and all primary care practitioners. The article also stresses the value of the doctor in the consultation.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10166742
Volume :
29
Issue :
7
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
CME: Continuing Medical Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
76476054