Team work


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Image of team rowing Consider the team you work in

Who is in the team?
How does the team communicate?
Does everyone have a chance to contribute?
Who makes the decisions?
Are people protective of their roles?
Do you know what the people in your team do?
What is the role of the patient in the team?

Why is teamwork necessary in health care?

Technology and science have made health care more complex
Health care occurs in a complex environment
Many people are involved in caring for the patient
Patient focused approach means care needs to be coordinated
Patient safety is improved when people work together as a team
Good teamwork decreases stress levels

What do you think makes a team work well together?

Leadership
Cooperation
Communication
Trust in one another’s judgement
Understanding of the roles of others in the team
Appreciation of the goals of others
Ability to listen
Commitment to the team
Patient focussed approach

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