Year 2 CCS2: Clinical Communication Skills

Taking a history

1. Describe the structure of a medical interview
2. Describe the content of a medical history
3. Identify the skills that help us take a patient centred history

SDL : E-learning module - Introduction to Effective Clinical Communication

Communication with People Who Have a Speech and Language Impairment

1. State estimated prevalence of communication disabilities.
2. Recognize speech & language impairment (as opposed to dementia or cognitive impairment).
3. Discuss implications for practice.
4. Describe simple strategies to support communication
5. Discuss service-user experiences of healthcare communication.

Clinical Skills: Cardiovascular examination

1. Demonstrate a systematic approach to cardiovascular examination with due regard to appropriate communication with patient, and to requirements of hygiene

Clinical Skills: Abdominal Examination

1. Demonstrate a systematic approach to abdominal examination with due regard to appropriate communication with patient, and to requirements of hygiene

Clinical Skills: Respiratory Examination

1. Demonstrate a systematic approach to respiratory examination with due regard to appropriate communication with patient, and to requirements of hygiene

Clinical skills: Thyroid Examination

1. Demonstrate a systematic approach to thyroid examination with due regard to appropriate communication with patient, and to requirements of hygiene

Clinical Skills: Neurological Examination of the Limbs

1. Demonstrate a systematic approach to neurological examination of the limbs with due regard to appropriate communication with patient, and to requirements of hygiene

Clinical Skills: Cranial Nerves Examination

1. Demonstrate a systematic approach to cranial nerves examination with due regard to appropriate communication with patient, and to requirements of hygiene

Clinical Skills: Joints Examination

1. Demonstrate a systematic approach to joints examination with due regard to appropriate communication with patient, and to requirements of hygiene

SDL : E-learning module - Initiating the Consultation

SDL : E-Learning module - Information Gathering and History Taking

SDL : E-learning module - Explanation and Planning

SDL : E-learning module - Building the Relationship

SDL : E-learning module - Structuring the Consultation

SDL : E-learning module - Closing the Consultation