Communication for Health Professionals

HEALT1113: Communication for Health Professionals
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Assessment Task 3: Essay Part II
Overview
Students will independently write a 1500 word (+/- 10%) essay exploring effective communication
in a case study. Students can pick ONE of TWO case studies. The essay should include analysis
and synthesis of research. Students are required to reference a minimum of five academic
sources (e.g., textbooks, articles).
Timelines and Expectations
Percentage Value of Task: 35%
Due: 4PM Monday the 25th of May (Week 11)
Minimum time expectation: 50
Learning Outcomes Assessed
The following course learning outcomes are assessed by completing this assessment:

Assessment Details
In your essay, you will assume the role of a counsellor who has received a client referral. Referrals
can be accessed on Moodle. You have not yet met this client. Your essay should critically reflect
on how communication with the client will take place.
Your essay should address the following:

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 Consider at least 3 other health professionals you may communicate with regarding your
client’s healthcare? What ethical considerations are present when communicating with
other health professionals? What are some challenges that could arise from this
interprofessional communication?
 Research: Essays are expected to be evidence based – claims and ideas should be
supported by research. Students are expected to include a minimum of 5 references.
References included in the oral presentation and annotated bibliography can be used in
the essay.
Submission
Due as a word document submitted via the assignment submission link on Moodle
Marking Criteria
Marking criteria can be found on the Moodle page in the assessment section.
Feedback
Feedback will be provided via the online marking system. As per course description, assignments
will be marked and returned to students with feedback in four (4) weeks.
Plagiarism:
Plagiarism is the presentation of the expressed thought or work of another person as though it is
one’s own without properly acknowledging that person. You must not allow other students to copy
your work and must take care to safeguard against this happening. More information about the
plagiarism policy and procedure for the university can be found at
http://federation.edu.au/students/learning-and-study/online-help-with/plagiarism.
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Case Study 1 – Client Details
Date of Referral: 15/04/2020 DOB: 25/10/2001 Age: 19
Name: Benjamin (Benny) Hurley Gender: Male
Address: 22 North Road, Summertown, Victoria, Australia Martial status: Single
Email: bennyhurley01@gmail.com Phone: 04100011010
Medicare No. 15723843 Reference No. 2 Expiry: 03/22
Language spoken at home? English
Ability to speak English? Very well Well Not well Not at all
Does the client identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander? Yes, client’s mother is Aboriginal
Who does the client live with? Client lives with mother and 3 younger siblings
Education/employment status? Client is currently working full time
Is the client aware of an consenting to the referral and wanting treatment? Client consents to treatment
Reason for Referral
Presenting issues:
Mental health  Sexual health Physical health Social support 
Vocation and
education
Family support  Home environment  Relationships and
sexuality
Friendships Eating Alcohol/drugs 
Mental health diagnosis (if relevant): No previous diagnosis
Client history: Benjamin (Benny) is being referred by his GP due to concerns regarding mood and substance use.
Benny presented to his GP because he has been having trouble sleeping. Upon assessing Benny’s recent mood and
alcohol intake (daily standard drinks ~6), the GP has recommended Benny seek support.
Benny reports that he has been feeling ‘down’ for the past few months, especially since he had a fight with his Dad.
Benny’s parents separated when Benny was 12. Benny reported that his relationship with his Dad has always been
strained, but for the past few years his Dad has been seeing less and less of Benny and his siblings. Benny’s Mum
does not like to talk about his Dad and becomes very upset when Benny mentions him. The last time Benny spoke
to his Dad they had a fight about his Dad spending less time with Benny’s younger siblings. Benny has not spoken to
his Dad since, and does not feel like he is able to get support from his Mum.
Benny works full time and enjoys his employment, but recently he reports he is having trouble concentrating on the
job because he is not sleeping well. To try and sleep, Benny has been consuming more alcohol. He finds the alcohol
also really helps his mood. Benny reports feeling more and more lonely, because he does not want to talk to anyone
about his mood and alcohol consumption.
Relevant medications: Client has expressed reluctance regarding mood regulating medication
Risk to self or others: Low
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Case Study 2 – Client Details
Date of Referral: 09/03/2020 DOB: 25/11/1955 Age: 64
Name: Florence Rossi Gender: Female
Address: 32 Amber Drive, Middletown, Victoria, Australia Martial status: Married
Email: frossi@cloud.com Phone: 0422020022
Medicare No. 15723843 Reference No. 2 Expiry: 03/22
Language spoken at home? English and Italian
Ability to speak English? Very well Well Not well Not at all
Does the client identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander? No
Who does the client live with? Husband
Education/employment status? Client is not employed
Is the client aware of an consenting to the referral and wanting treatment? Client consents to treatment
Reason for Referral
Presenting issues:
Mental health  Sexual health Physical health Social support
Vocation and
education
Family support Home environment Relationships and
sexuality