Clinician-patient communication training

Practice Point

Clinician-patient communication training

All clinicians involved in the care of patients with breast cancer should consider clinician-patient communication training. It is essential that training is based on sound educational principles with a focus on ongoing acquisition and enhancement of skills.

How this guidance was developed

No evidence-based source recommendation was identified for this topic, which was considered an important aspect of care. This practice point was developed using an expert consensus process. This practice point aligns with the key principles of the Optimal Care Pathway for women with breast cancer.

Clinician-patient communication training

Practice Point

All clinicians involved in the care of patients with breast cancer should consider clinician-patient communication training. It is essential that training is based on sound educational principles with a focus on ongoing acquisition and enhancement of skills.

Principles in action
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Safe and quality care
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Communication

No evidence-based source recommendation was identified for this topic, which was considered an important aspect of care. This practice point was developed using an expert consensus process. This practice point aligns with the key principles of the Optimal Care Pathway for women with breast cancer.