Topic 3: Verbal and non-verbal communication
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Learning outcome
To understand the importance of verbal and non-verbal communication.
Delivery note
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Activity 1: Interpreting body language
Identify what messages different people in photos are conveying through their body language.
Activity 2: What am I communicating?
Role-play different body language and identify what messages are being conveyed.
Activity 3: Observing body language
Watch a video and record the body language that different healthcare professionals display.
Activity 4: Verbal communication
Write positive things that healthcare professionals could say to reassure patients.
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