Can communication in farm animal veterinary practice be improved through a focus on the non-verbal element? A clinical forum

Livestock ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-29
Author(s):  
Fiona MacGillivray ◽  
Wendela Wapenaar ◽  
George Giles ◽  
Owen Atkinson ◽  
Sarah Whittick ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Communication Skills ◽  
Animal Health ◽  
Companion Animal ◽  
Verbal Communication ◽  
The Other ◽  
Veterinary Practice ◽  
Veterinary Profession ◽  
Patient Interaction ◽  
Veterinary Surgeons ◽  
The University

As farm veterinary surgeons, we are in the position of needing to communicate our information, ideas and feelings about animal health and welfare with our farmer clients. Studies looking at communication in the healthcare and companion animal veterinary profession show that effective communication skills help achieve a positive client/patient interaction and outcome, including satisfaction levels. Communication has three elements: verbal, non-verbal and paraverbal. Non-verbal communication conveys more effectively than the other two elements how we feel about and our attitudes towards a situation and person. Having a better understanding of non-verbal communication, as part of an overall approach to improving communication skills, could therefore help veterinary surgeons have better interactions with their farmers, leading to a more satisfying relationship for both parties. Research ongoing at the University of Nottingham and Bristol is aiming to establish a methodology to measure non-verbal parameters in the farmer-vet interaction using GoPro cameras.

scholarly journals University Students’ Communication Skills as a Determinant of Academic Achievement

sjesr ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 107-114
Author(s):  
Ashfaque Ahmad Shah ◽  
Zunaira Fatima Syeda ◽  
Sehrish Naseer
Keyword(s):  
Academic Achievement ◽  
University Students ◽  
Communication Skills ◽  
Research Literature ◽  
Verbal Communication ◽  
The Other ◽  
Research Instrument ◽  
The University ◽  
Unique Study ◽  
Research Studies

This study investigates into the academic achievement of university students as determined by their communication skills. The differences in groups were measured on the basis of gender, locality, semester and program of the study. The researchers developed their research instrument by adapting from the two questionnaires. One was the research instrument used at the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (n.d.); and the other was the “Questionnaire-Verbal Communication” (Pierrete Desrosiers, n.d.). Taking Sargodha district as the population, conveniently sampled 160 students from the University of Sargodha were surveyed through the questionnaire. The study was quantitative in nature. The findings of the study concluded that students’ communication skills yielded statistically no effect on their academic achievement. Also, the students at all levels (semesters) and in all programs were reported to have comparably equivalent level of communication skills. This is a unique study of insignificant differences at all levels and programmes; and statistically no interpretable effect of the communication skills of the students from University of Sargodha, on their academic achievement. It challenges previous research studies. It is further recommended to study the same phenomena in further detail to make decisive remark in the research literature.

Understanding the pharmaceutical approach to pain management in canine osteoarthritis

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (6) ◽  
pp. 73-80
Author(s):  
Hannah Capon
Keyword(s):  
Surveillance System ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Animal Health ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Companion Animal ◽  
Multimodal Approach ◽  
Pharmaceutical Management ◽  
Veterinary Surgeons ◽  
Canine Population ◽  
Canine Osteoarthritis

Canine osteoarthritis was recently reclassified as a welfare concern by the Veterinary Companion Animal Surveillance System (VetCompass), an initiative run by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, focused on improving companion animal health. This condition is a common cause for consultation in first opinion practice, with an estimated 35% of the canine population being affected. Chronic pain is complex and a multimodal approach is best for management, which includes pharmaceuticals employed in a methodical manner. This article provides an overview of the types of pain associated with canine osteoarthritis, as well as how to recognise them. Making reference to hypothetical cases, the appropriate pharmaceutical management is described. Further management strategies, as part of a multimodal approach, are summarised to ensure best practice.

scholarly journals Causes of stress and conflict in the veterinary professional workplace – a perspective from Poland

2020 ◽  
Vol 73 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Joanna Wojtacka ◽  
Wojciech Grudzień ◽  
Beata Wysok ◽  
Józef Szarek
Keyword(s):  
Animal Species ◽  
Professional Preparation ◽  
Professional Group ◽  
Animal Breeding ◽  
Veterinary Practice ◽  
Human Interactions ◽  
Veterinary Profession ◽  
Veterinary Surgeons ◽  
Professional Workplace ◽  
First Time

Abstract Background The problems of burnout and the moral and ethical distress resulting from various kinds of conflict have been raised in the veterinary profession. However, their sources and inter-relationships have not been thoroughly recognized mainly due to the multidimensional nature of human interactions related to animal breeding, farming, welfare, prophylaxis and therapy. For the first time in Poland, an analysis of conflict and conflict-causing factors in veterinary practice has been conducted with the participation of veterinarians of various specialties and the owners of different animal species. Results Conflict in the course of work is most often experienced by young veterinarians. The problems associated with communication between veterinarians and animal owners and unforeseen random situations are the general causes of conflict. Approved Veterinarians were identified by animal owners as the most common professional group associated with the conflict experienced . Conclusions There is a lack of professional preparation by veterinary surgeons to cope with unpredicted stressful situations at work, resulting from an absence of appropriate educational input in this area. The animal owners do not understand the role and duties of Approved Veterinarians.

Ten-minute chat

2018 ◽  
Vol 183 (10) ◽  
pp. ii-ii
Keyword(s):  
Health Research ◽  
Animal Health ◽  
Antibiotic Use ◽  
Companion Animal ◽  
Small Animals ◽  
University Of Cambridge ◽  
Clinician Scientist ◽  
The University

Sarah Caddy is a veterinary microbiology diplomat and clinician scientist at the University of Cambridge. She was recently awarded the first companion animal-based MSD Animal Health research bursary to study appropriate antibiotic use in small animals.

scholarly journals Students Academic Achievement at University as Determined by their Communication Skills

2020 ◽  
Vol V (II) ◽  
pp. 10-18
Author(s):  
Ashfaque Ahmed Shah ◽  
Syeda Zunaira Fatima ◽  
Uzma Shahzadi
Keyword(s):  
Academic Achievement ◽  
University Students ◽  
Communication Skills ◽  
The Other ◽  
Research Instrument ◽  
Program Of Study ◽  
The University

This study investigates into the academic achievement (AA) of university students as determined by their Communication Skills (CS). The effect was measured on the basis of gender, locality, semester and program of study. The researchers developed their research instrument by adapting from two questionnaires. On was the research instrument used at the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (n.d.); and the other was the “QuestionnaireVerbal Communication” (Pierrete Desrosiers, n.d.). Taking Sargodha district as the population, conveniently sampled 160 students from the University of Sargodha were surveyed through the questionnaire. The study was quantitative in nature. The findings of the study concluded that n students’ CS yielded any effect on their AA. Also, the students at all levels (semesters) and in all programs were reported to have equivalent level of CS. However, it was interesting to note that the level of both CS was prominently higher as perceived by the students.

scholarly journals The Effect of Adapted Basketball Exercises on the Development of Non-Oral Communication Skills of Autistic Children

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (10) ◽  
pp. 123
Author(s):  
Hulusi Alp ◽  
Sinan Akın
Keyword(s):  
Communication Skills ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Verbal Communication ◽  
The Other ◽  
Single Subject ◽  
Data Recording ◽  
Autistic Children ◽  
Process Data ◽  
Left Hand ◽  
Right And Left Hand

The aim of this study was to determine the effect of adapted basketball exercises on the development of nonverbal communication skills of autistic children. Among the single-subject research models, multiple-polling inter-polling behavior was used. The population of the study consists of children with mild autism spectrum disorder in the special education center in which autistic children are educated in Isparta. The sample of the study was determined by using simple random sampling method for two (2) mildly autistic children of ten (10) years. Written consent was obtained from the parents for the selected children to participate in the study. The aim of the study is to teach selected children the skills of non-verbal communication, to the other person, to shake hands and to shake hands with the other person. The study lasted a total of seventeen (17) weeks, one week of observation and sixteen weeks of application. The same program was applied to both children during the study. The content of the program consists of teaching basic technical skills specific to basketball. These skills include ball holding, right and left hand bouncing, right and left hand dribbling, chest pass, bounce pass, overhead pass and smash techniques. The skills were adapted to the readiness levels of both children. In order to record the data, video camera, entry level data recording form and teaching process data recording forms were used. The data obtained at the end of the application were analyzed by showing on the graph. Since the number of participants was two (2), the data obtained during the seventeen (17) week period were converted to point points in accordance with the scale protocol and converted to line graphs to reveal the change. When the findings of the study were evaluated, it was seen that there were positive changes in the development of non-verbal communication skills of autistic children who extended their hands, squeezed their hands and shook hands with the other person.

scholarly journals Instructional Innovation and Communication Skills of Clinical Instructors

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonette C. Ramos ◽  
Mauro Allan Padua Amparado
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Communication Skills ◽  
Direct Instruction ◽  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Verbal Communication ◽  
Clinical Instructors ◽  
Instructional Innovation ◽  
Concept Teaching ◽  
Based Instruction ◽  
The University

Instructional Innovation and Communication Skills of Clinical InstructorsAntonette C. RamosMauro Allan P. AmparadoAbstractObjectives: This study determined the instructional innovation and communication skills of Clinical Instructors of the University of Cebu Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue, Mandaue City, Cebu, Philippines. The findings served as basis for a proposed instructional innovation and communication skills seminar.Specifically, it sought to answer the following queries:1.What is the level of instructional innovation of the respondents in terms of:1.1.direct instruction;1.2.concept teaching;1.3.cooperative learning;1.4.problem-based instruction.2.What is the level of communication skills of the respondents in terms of:2.1.verbal communication;2.2.non-verbal communication? 3.Is there a significant relationship between the instructional innovation and verbal communication skills of the respondents?4.Is there a significant relationship between the instructional innovation and non-verbal communication skills of the respondents?5.What instructional innovation and communication skills seminars can be proposed based on the findings of the study?Methods:The study utilized the descriptive-correlational design. It was conducted in the University of Cebu Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue, Mandaue City, Cebu, Philippines. There were 197 nursing students who evaluated the Clinical Instructors of the school. Stratified sampling was used. The researchers utilized a modified structured instrument on innovation by Arends and communication skills instrument by Hamm. Statistical treatment used were simple percentage, weighted mean, and chi-square Test of Independence. Findings and Conclusion:The nursing students perceived the Clinical Instructors to be very good in direct instruction, concept, teaching, cooperation learning, problem-based instruction, verbal communication, and non-verbal communication. There was a significant relationship between instructional innovation and verbal communication. Furthermore, there was a significant relationship between instructional innovation and non-verbal communication. Recommended citation:Ramos, A. C. & Amparado, M. A. P. (2009, March). Instructional Innovation and Communication Skills of Clinical Instructors. 2009 Southwestern University Research Congress, 1(1), 32-34.

‘Are we on the same wavelength?’ International nurses and the process of confronting and adjusting to clinical communication in Australia

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 263-274 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tonia Crawford ◽  
Peter Roger ◽  
Sally Candlin
Keyword(s):  
Communication Skills ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Care Setting ◽  
Linguistically Diverse ◽  
The Other ◽  
Culturally And Linguistically Diverse ◽  
Central Theme ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Clinical Communication ◽  
Professional Experiences

Effective communication skills are important in the health care setting in order to develop rapport and trust with patients, provide reassurance, assess patients effectively and provide education in a way that patients easily understand (Candlin and Candlin, 2003). However with many nurses from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds being recruited to fill the workforce shortfall in Australia, communication across cultures with the potential for miscommunication and ensuing risks to patient safety has gained increasing focus in recent years (Shakya and Horsefall, 2000; Chiang and Crickmore, 2009). This paper reports on the first phase of a study that examines intercultural nurse patient communication from the perspective of four Registered Nurses from CALD backgrounds working in Australia. Five interrelating themes that were derived from thematic analysis of semi-structured interviews are discussed. The central theme of ‘adjustment’ was identified as fundamental to the experiences of the RNs and this theme interrelated with each of the other themes that emerged: professional experiences with communication, ways of showing respect, displaying empathy, and vulnerability.

Industrial Technology Graduates’ Acquired Skills and Competencies from the University

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 189
Author(s):  
Amado C Gequinto ◽  
Do Mads
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Text Messaging ◽  
Global Market ◽  
The Other ◽  
Global Markets ◽  
Industrial Technology ◽  
The University ◽  
Descriptive Method

Skills and competencies are highly regarded in todays global market. Different agencies specifically those seeking for  technologists, technicians, and engineers, have stressed out that skills and competencies as major components  for individual workers.  This aimed to determine  the relevance and appropriateness of acquired skills and competencies by industrial technology graduates, and determine the extent of use of skills and competencies in the current employment. Review of related literatures and studies have been considered in the realization, understanding, analysis, and interpretation of this research exploration. A descriptive method of research was used with 78 graduates from 2015-2016 and 117 graduates from 2016-2017, who participated in the study survey process. The BatStateU Standardized Questionnaire was used to gather data. A brief interview and talk during the visit of alumni in the university was also considered, as well as the other means of social media like email, facebook, messenger, and text messaging.   Results show that skills and competecnices acquired by industrial technology graduates are all relevant and appropriate.  The study also found that there is some to great extent use of acquired skills and competencies to their current employment. The study implies that the acquired skills and competencies from the university significantly provided the graduates the opportunities ins the national and global markets and industries.

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