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Effective communication with older people
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This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.
Why you should read this article
to understand the specific needs of older people in relation to communication
to explore how your values and beliefs may affect communication with older people
to understand the changes associated with ageing that can affect communication
to be aware of the influence of ageism on communication with older people
to learn how communication with older people can be developed positively in practice.
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