Communicating About Health: Current Issues and Perspectives

About this book

An ideal combination of communication theory and practical advice Communicating About Health: Current Issues and Perspectives Fourth Edition is an indispensable resource for readers looking to improve their communication abilities in the health care field. Written by Athena du Pr--an experienced researcher and noted scholar--the text offers an excellent balance of theory and practice; research and pedagogy; coverage of patient/caregiver issues; and material on the current historical and philosophical backgrounds of communication in health care. In addition to enhancing features found in the previous edition this new edition includes a greater emphasis on theory narrative and technology in order to reflect changes in the health industry. Whats New to the Fourth Edition? A new chapter--eHealth mHealth and Telemedicine--describes the global impact of smartphone and tablet technology tailored health messages and the Internet on the health industry A new chapter Health Care Administration Human Resources Marketing and PR provides in-depth coverage of the contributions and communication strategies involved in leadership morale service excellence community engagement and more An expanded discussion of communication not only involves physicians and nurses but also pharmacists allied health personnel dentists therapists and others New features--"Can You Guess? " "What Do You Think? " "Check It Out! " and "In Your Experience"--offer a higher level of engagement with students and stimulate critical thinking and discussion Support Package (contact your Oxford sales representative or call 800-280-0280 to request these resources) An interactive website known as a Prezi is available for each chapter at www.oup.com/us/dupre and includes videos activities discussion questions key points and more. Suitable for use in class or online. An Instructors Manual and Test Bank available both in print and online at www.oup.com/us/dupre features sample syllabi test questions self-assessment activities background reading and more.