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This book focuses on the complexities of the communication of health-related messages and information through the use of case studies. The expert contributors to this volume are scholars who, during their research and consulting, grapple with many of the issues of concern to those studying health communication. While several introductory books offer brief case studies to illustrate concepts covered, this book provides in-depth cases that enable more advanced students to apply theory to real situations.

The discipline of communication sciences and disorders is an exciting field that appreciates the wonders and complexities of human communication. Case Studies in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Second Edition is an informative and relevant text that addresses the myriad disorders, deficits, diseases, and disabilities that can lay waste to the incredible systems involved in communication. Case Studies in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Second Edition by Dr. Dennis Tanner provides engaging factual and historical information about each of the major communication disorders. The case studies presented in each chapter uncover the functional barriers encountered by clients of practicing speech-language pathologists and audiologists. Each chapter provides a scholarly overview of a communication disorder with an emphasis on etiology, diagnosis, and treatment and uses several case studies to illustrate the many different presentations of each disorder. Over 50 case studies reflect true clinical practice and include detailed patient histories that give humanity and depth to the patient-clinician relationship. Chapter Topics in the Second Edition Include: Language delays and disorders Articulation and phonology disorders Stuttering Voice and resonance disorders Aphasia Motor speech disorders Dysphagia Traumatic brain injury Hearing loss and deafness Case Studies in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Second Edition is a relevant and readable text for speech-language pathology and audiology students and clinicians that takes theory and clinical reasoning and applies them to a variety of interesting cases.

Chapters in this volume explore: provider-recipient communication and its importance to subsequent diagnosis and treatment; issues in decision-making; issues in social identity, particularly how people must redefine and renegotiate their social identity; communication dynamics within families and with health care providers through unexpected health situations; issues in the delivery of health care; and concerns related to health campaigns designed to disseminate health-related information and change behaviors. With its breadth of coverage and practical approach, this book is appropriate for courses in addressing the application of communication theory in a health-related context.

Promotes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of health communication According to the Joint Commission, over 75% of all serious medical errors in this country result from miscommunication. Based in these adverse realities and the author philosophy that communication is a clinical skill integral to effective health care delivery, this comprehensive text addresses thetheories and abilities needed by all health care providers. The only text written specifically for students of nursing, medicine, physical therapy,pharmacy, dentistry, physician assistants and opticians, this book incorporates recommendations for specific multimedia, suggestions for class discussion and interactive case studies to provide a rich and multi-perspective learning experience for gaining optimal expertise in effective health communication The author underscores the importance of developing and maintaining successful relationships with patients, peers, and colleagues as a cornerstone ofeffective health care outcomes. With an emphasis on interactive learning, the text utilizescommunication theories to analyze verbal and non-verbalbehaviors in diverse health care contexts and assess which are more effective and why. Summaries at the end of each chapter discuss health communicationoutcomes. Chapters cover interpersonal and gendered communication, provider-patient communication, intercultural communication, organizationalcommunication, team communication, malpractice, palliative care, end-of-life communication, and many other topics. Key Features: Fosters a patient-centered, interdisciplinary, multidimensional learning experience for health care students Recommends experiential learning using videos, films, and related discussion exercises Presents case study role-plays Provides companion case study resource to enhance learning objectives

Designed as a textbook for classroom use Glossary and bibliograpy will be useful pedagogy

Real-Life Scenarios: A Case Study Perspective on Health Communication provides thirty-one cases co-written by leading scholars that reflect the most current and pressing research and practice in the field. The brevity and variety of cases offer a diverse range of perspectives withoutmonopolizing student reading time. Rather than providing expert analysis, each case is followed by key terms and questions that challenge students to interrogate communication patterns, stimulating critical thinking and introspection.Created by two leaders in the field, Athena du Pre is author of the leading health communication text Communicating About Health and Eileen Berlin Ray is an award-winning health communication scholar with many books to her credit. This book can be used on its own, as a supplement to any text, or asan accompaniment to du Pre's Communicating About Health.