Breaking bad news (BRAD25JAN13)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectCommunication skills
DescriptionThis course looks at ways of communicating and explaining the need for the patient to attend the fast track clinic. It will be an interactive day looking at ways of communication and listening. Clinical scenarios will be used to illustrate different methods of communication.
VenueMercure Bradford Bankfield, Bingley - Bradford  View details
Date & timeFriday 25 January 2013, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturersJulie Hoole & Mr David Mitchell  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dentist

Course styleLecture
CategoryClinical course
CateringRefreshments and lunch
Development outcomeNo development outcome
CPD hours6:00
Cost£50.00
Aims

To discuss with the dental team ways of communicating to the patient the reason for fast track referrals and what to say after diagnosis of cancer is confirmed.

Objectives
  • Understand the various ways of communicating with the patient
  • Be able to explain the “fast track” referral and reason for attendance
  • Understand what happens to the patient once they attend the clinic
  • Know ways of dealing with concerns and handling problems