Health Education & Communication Skills are crucial components of nursing education. In GNM 1st Year, this subject focuses on teaching nurses how to educate patients and communities about health promotion, disease prevention, and healthy living practices.
Health Education & Communication Skills GNM 1st Year Syllabus
1. Introduction to Health Education
- Definition and importance of health education
- Principles and goals of health education
- Role of health education in nursing
- Scope of health education in the community
2. Health Education in Nursing
- Health education needs of different populations (children, adults, elderly)
- Educational strategies for various groups
- Methods of health education (individual, group, and mass communication)
- Role of the nurse as a health educator
3. Health Promotion
- Definition and principles of health promotion
- Strategies for promoting health and wellness in the community
- Role of nurses in health promotion programs
- The importance of lifestyle modifications (diet, exercise, mental health)
4. Health Communication
- Definition and importance of communication in healthcare
- Types of communication – verbal and non-verbal
- Barriers to effective communication and how to overcome them
- Therapeutic communication techniques in patient care
- Use of communication in health education and counseling
5. Communication Skills for Nurses
- Nurse-patient communication – building trust and rapport
- Communication with patients of different age groups and cultural backgrounds
- Active listening, empathy, and support
- Written and oral communication in nursing practice (charting, patient reports)
6. Teaching and Learning Process
- Principles of teaching and learning
- Teaching methods – lecture, demonstration, discussion, role play, etc.
- Assessment of learning outcomes
- Motivating patients to follow health recommendations
7. Health Education Materials
- Types of health education materials (brochures, posters, audiovisual aids)
- Designing and using educational materials effectively
- Role of health education materials in promoting understanding and compliance
8. Community Health Education
- Conducting health education sessions in the community
- Identifying health needs and topics for health education programs
- Evaluating the effectiveness of community health education
9. Counseling and Supportive Communication
- Basic principles of counseling
- Role of nurses in providing counseling to patients and families
- Psychological support for patients with chronic or terminal illness
- Ethical considerations in communication and counseling
10. Record Keeping and Documentation
- Importance of maintaining accurate records and documentation
- Types of patient records (medical history, progress notes, etc.)
- Legal and ethical aspects of documentation
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