Health Care Settings

The is….”Residential Care Facilities”

What types of care does this setting provide? (Provide examples)

What types of health care professionals would work in this setting?

In your opinion, what are the pros and cons to working in this health care setting?

In you were choosing a setting, do the pros of this health care setting outweigh the cons? Explain your opinion.

HCC definition of diversity: “Diversity is more than a concept or philosophy; it is recognizing, appreciating, respecting, listening to and learning from the unique talents and contributions of all people.”

Excerpt from HCC diversity plan: “HCC’s diversity programs will encourage respect of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, races, religions, ethnic backgrounds, abilities, and disabilities as well as the values of equal rights, equal access, and equal treatment.

With this understanding of diversity in mind, answer the following questions:

1. Identify a diverse population.

2. Explain how this population’s health care needs may be different from other populations.

3. How can a health care worker respond to the needs of this particular population?

What is your understanding of the definition and importance of therapeutic communication for health care professionals?

Choose a health care professional and discuss how he/she could utilize specific therapeutic communication techniques with a patient.

What might happen in this profession if the health care professional does not employ therapeutic communication techniques?