IPEC Domain/Competency 

Communication

Sub-Competencies

C1. Communicate one's roles and responsibilities clearly;

C2. Use communication tools, techniques, and technologies to enhance team function, well-being, and outcomes;

C4. Promote common understanding of shared goals;

C6. Use constructive feedback to connect, align, and accomplish team goals;

C7. Examine one's position, power, role, unique experience, expertise, and culture towards improving communication and managing conflicts.

Goals and objectives

Practice achieving role clarification and shared meanings; to promote openness and relational trust.

Materials

• Communication about Complex Cases Reflection Worksheet (MSWord)

Activity Directions

After discussing complex cases, engage participants in reflection using the Communication about Complex Cases Reflection worksheet.  

Source:

This activity was designed based on multiple chapters from Fox, S., McAllum, K., & Mikkola, L. (2025). Interprofessional Communication in Health and Social Care. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham.  

Suggested Citation: CHBS IPE and IDE Council. (2026). Communication about Complex Cases. CHBS IPE & IDE Instructional Toolkit. James Madison University.