EIT BN5.003 Written Assessment: Communication in Nursing

This report presents a written assessment completed by a student, focusing on the application of communication skills in a nursing context, specifically within an aged residential care facility. The assessment follows the clinical reasoning cycle, addressing a case involving an 80-year-old male patient with dementia. The report details the foundational nursing skill of communication, emphasizing its importance in delivering quality care and improving patient outcomes. It explores the challenges of communicating with elderly patients, including those with dementia, and highlights the need for active listening, cultural sensitivity, and empathy. The student identifies communication deficits as the primary problem and establishes goals to implement effective communication strategies, such as patient-centered approaches and individualized care plans. The report reflects on the learning experience, emphasizing the importance of understanding patient limitations, adapting communication styles, and considering physical health issues as potential barriers. The student concludes by outlining how the acquired knowledge and skills will be applied in future nursing practice to establish effective communication and enhance patient care.