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Chapter 4: Communication approaches in healthcare 4.01 4.02 4.03 4.04 4.05 4.06 4.07 4.08 4.09 Continuity of care Concordance versus compliance and adherence The Z-model Theories of adult learning Influence and persuasion Breaking bad news – the doctor’s mind-set Breaking bad news – a strategy Handling complaints When and how to say “No” Chapter 5: Final thoughts 5.01 Final thoughts Appendix A.01 References A.02 Pages for your own notes 3