Write a 700- to 12,050-word paper on health care communication.

Answer the following questions in your paper:

• How does effective communication incorporate the basic elements of communication?
• How do the basic elements of effective communication differ from the basic rules of health care communication?
• How might a provider encourage a reluctant consumer to communicate candidly?
• How might cultural differences influence communication?

Cite a minimum of 2 sources, one from the University Library and one from the course textbooks or Electronic Reserve Readings, to support your opinion.

Format your paper according to APA guidelines.