NUR 502 Grand Canyon Week 2 Discussion 1, Discussion: Aspects of professional communication

Discuss several aspects of professional communication as it relates to the use of language in terms of form (e.g., clarity, accuracy) and content (culture and/or ethics). Cite the references you used to compose your response (from required readings).

 

NUR 502 Grand Canyon Week 2 Discussion 2

What is the role of the Advanced Professional Nurse in creating an ethical practice environment? Respond to this question, based on your selected APN role.

 

 

NUR 502 Grand Canyon Week 3 Discussion 1

Discuss the value of nursing theory to the profession of nursing. Identify one way in which you could use nursing theory to improve your practice (present or future role). Provide a reference for your response.

 

NUR 502 Grand Canyon Week 3 Discussion 2

Read the AACN documents for essentials of baccalaureate versus master’s education and identify the competencies that reflect use of theory and knowledge. Compare and contrast the competencies for baccalaureate and master’s level.

 

 

NUR 502 Grand Canyon Week 4 Discussion 1

Explain, in your own words, the difference between the three paradigms: human needs, interactive, and unitary process. Which of these best fits your philosophy of nursing?

 

NUR 502 Grand Canyon Week 4 Discussion 2

Select one of the grand or middle-range nursing theories. How does the theory demonstrate evidence of the utilization of social, behavioral, or bioscience theories?

 

 

NUR 502 Grand Canyon Week 5 Discussion 1

All nursing theories are developed in space and time, and are not value free. Select one nursing theorist and explain the factors that influenced development of the theory (history, scientific paradigm, and personal experiences–mentoring, education, practice, other). Provide reference(s) for your response.

 

NUR 502 Grand Canyon Week 5 Discussion 2

Select three theories and compare the definition of person/human being. Comment regarding which definition best fits with your own thinking.

 

 

NUR 502 Grand Canyon Week 6 Discussion 1

Choose one of the middle-range theories. How could you use this theory to direct care in a nursing unit if you were the manager? Share your results

 

NUR 502 Grand Canyon Week 6 Discussion 2

Choose one of the middle-range theories. What impact would this theory most likely have on your individual practice? Give specific examples.

 

 

NUR 502 Grand Canyon Week 7 Discussion 1

The influence of consequential ethics as an ethical framework (the greatest good for the greatest number) opposes the ethical principle of deontology (i.e., the rightness of an act itself determines what is right). Both of these impact the nursing profession. Modern social exchange theories are based on the principle of utility. Read the assumptions of social exchange theory and consider how these would affect the nurse-patient relationship, compared to how these impact the nurse within the health care environment. To what extent are all theories ethical? Is social exchange theory compatible with the values of the nursing profession?

 

NUR 502 Grand Canyon Week 7 Discussion 2

Which among the learning theories provided you with new information? How would you apply this in your practice?

 

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Aspects of professional communication

Introduction

When you’re a professional, it’s important to communicate effectively with your clients, colleagues and other people involved in the business. In this article we’ll look at some of the key aspects of professional communication through an example of a conversation between an accountant (a man) and his client (a woman). We’ll explore how these different types of communication can help make your interactions with others more productive.

How to make a good impression

• Be prepared.

• Be professional.

• Be confident and friendly, but not over-the-top or aggressive. You should be able to connect with the person you’re talking to on an emotional level as well as on a professional one; people are more likely to want to work with someone who seems like they care about what they do and how they do it, even if there isn’t much opportunity for advancement within the organization (which could happen if your boss decides that he or she would rather have someone else).

• Don’t be yourself! If possible, try not to mention anything personal about yourself—that includes jokes about your family members’ pets or vacation plans—unless specifically asked by another person in order for them feel comfortable enough around you during meetings/interviews/etc…

Professional communication is essential in any career.

Professional communication is essential in any career. It’s not just about the words you use and how they are written, but it also includes what happens behind the scenes.

Professional communication is about more than just “how to write a good resume” or “how to write an email.” It’s about how you communicate with others as well as yourself, so that all parts of your business can thrive together for long-term success.

How to be a good listener

• Listen to what your communication partner is saying. If they have something to say, let them finish. Don’t interrupt or jump in with a comment as soon as they start speaking.

• Avoid distractions when you are communicating with someone else: don’t text, email or surf the web; instead focus on listening and understanding what your colleague is saying, even if it takes more than one try before you can respond appropriately (e.g., “Um… uh… I’m sorry?”).

• Avoid thinking about what you would say if you were in their position: don’t let yourself get bogged down by comparing how things should be done versus how they actually are being done at the moment – this makes it harder for both parties involved!

Consider the context when delivering your message.

• Consider the context when delivering your message.

• Consider the audience and purpose of your communication.

• Consider the medium, including both visual elements like graphs and charts, as well as written words (e-mails).

• Consider timing – when should you send it?

Listen for clues about what the other person may be thinking or feeling and communicate appropriately.

Listening is important in professional communication because it allows you to understand what the other person is saying and feeling. You can learn a lot by listening closely, but there are some basic rules you should follow:

• Don’t interrupt. Your partner may be trying to tell you something important, so don’t rush them or cut them off before they’re finished talking.

• Don’t be afraid of asking questions if you don’t understand something—this shows that your desire for knowledge isn’t just an act of selfishness but also demonstrates respect for their expertise as well as willingness to learn from them (and vice versa).

• Don’t feel ashamed about admitting when something doesn’t make sense or doesn’t fit into what everyone else has been saying thus far; it won’t damage relationships if someone says “I don’t know” instead of pretending knowledge where none exists

Pay attention to body language, tone and word choice.

• Pay attention to body language, tone and word choice.

• Body language is a powerful form of communication. When you’re talking with someone, look at their face and body to see how they are reacting to what you’re saying. If there’s no change in their facial expression or posture, it might be time for them to move on before the conversation ends!

• Tone of voice is also important—can you hear yourself as if from outside yourself? Is your voice loud enough for everyone else in the room not only hear but understand what you’re saying?

If so: Great job! But if not… try using different tones (high or low) when talking with people who don’t speak English as their first language; this will help them understand what’s being said more easily than if there wasn’t any variation in pitch whatsoever between sentences within one sentence itself.”

Don’t be afraid to ask questions if you don’t understand something.

Asking questions is a great way to show that you’re engaged in the conversation. It also shows that you’re interested in learning more, which can help build trust with your audience and make them more likely to share their knowledge with you.

• Don’t be afraid to ask questions if you don’t understand something. This is especially true when it comes to technical issues or concepts (e.g., “I’m not sure how this works”). People will appreciate being asked directly if they can explain something so others may benefit from the information as well!

• Don’t be afraid to say “I don’t know.” See above for an example of what this looks like: “I’m not sure about this part,” or “I don’t know what this word means.” If someone asks me something and then says that he doesn’t know, I’ll usually answer back by saying something like “OK,” followed by some kind of explanation (e.g., “Well, let me check my notes”).

Show concern for the other person’s feelings and needs through your words, tone and body language.

• Use words that show concern for the other person’s feelings and needs through your words, tone and body language.

• Be respectful of the other person’s time, place and situation by asking for their preferences before you begin speaking to them.

• Demonstrate empathy by imagining how it might feel from their perspective if you were in their shoes or asked similar questions as they have been asked before.

Professional communication can be hard, but you can do it well with practice and awareness of how you come across.

• Practice makes perfect.

• Be aware of your body language and tone: Are you standing too close to the other person? Is your voice pitched too high or low for their comfort? Are you using words that make them uncomfortable?

• Listen carefully to what people say, without interrupting them (this can be difficult when someone is speaking). If you need clarification on something, ask questions rather than assuming things about what they said—people appreciate being asked before jumping to conclusions!

• Be open to new ideas and perspectives; don’t dismiss someone else’s point of view just because it differs from yours—it might be exactly what they’re looking for!

Conclusion

Professions are not all the same, but they do share certain common characteristics. We’ve given you some tips on how to be a better communicator in your profession: listen, consider the context of the situation, pay attention to body language and tone and words – remember that communication is about more than just telling someone what you think; it also includes listening first! This will help you develop good relationships with your colleagues as well as clients or customers. Chances are there’s something here that can help you feel more confident about communicating with others around us