Journal of Nursing & Care

Ruth Freeman

Publications

• Research Article
  CHATTERBOX: Developing and Piloting an Interactive Communication Tool kit for Engaging Families with Dental Services
  Author(s): Sucharita Nanjappa and Ruth FreemanSucharita Nanjappa and Ruth Freeman
  
  Oral health inequalities exist in Scotland and although regular dental attendance contributes to good oral health outcomes, socio-economically deprived families are less likely to attend the dentist even when dental care is provided free of cost. Communication is key to developing good relationships between health care providers and service users, which is influential in ensuring attendance. Aim: To develop a toolkit to facilitate communication between socially excluded parents and Dental Health Support Workers (DHSWs) to aid their dental attendance. Method: Discussions between public health dentists and service designers resulted in an interactive storyboarding toolkit called CHATTERBOX. Results: CHATTERBOX is made up of a timeline base, activity cards and appointment postcards. The activity cards are pictorial representations of everyday family activities and of barriers identified .. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2167-1168.1000215

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