HCS 320 Week 1 Communication Opinion Paper

Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper on health care communication.

Answer the following questions in your paper:

• How does effective communication incorporate the basic elements of communication?
• How do the basic elements of effective communication differ from the basic rules of health care communication?
• How might a provider encourage a reluctant consumer to communicate candidly?
• Howmight cultural differences influence communication?

Cite a minimum of two sources, one from the University Library and the other from the course textbooks or Electronic Reserve Readings, to support your opinion.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.