num_pages: 160
description: A handy pocket sized reference with illustrated British Sign Language (BSL) vocabulary and useful background information.Deaf people can be at grave risk in health care and medical settings because their communication needs are not being met. A survey in February 1999 by the Royal National Institute for Deaf People found that deaf people are seriously at risk in medical settings because of communication barriers.This is a much-needed book to help overcome these barriers and improve communication. Presented with clear illustrations and descriptions, in an easy to read format, it is immediately accessible, offering the support and encouragement learners need. It is designed to be useful for contact with all deaf people, sign language users in particular, and is an excellent source of information to all students of the language.In addition to the illustrated sign dictionary section which gives core vocabulary for everyday words/signs, as well as more specialised signs, a defining feature of the book is the DIY section which explains with great clarity, how classifying handshapes can be used to describe medical procedures/equipment, along with a 1,000 word index and Useful Addresses.The Introduction offers a wealth of background information that assumes no prior knowledge of the subject. The book provides an excellent source of information for Deaf Awareness and BSL classes for students, tutors, families, communicators, social workers and teachers. 160 pages, approximately 6" x 4" paperback, published by Co-Sign Communications, Stockton on Tees, 1999.
language: English
title: Signs of Health (BSL) Pocket Medical Sign Language G
titlecomplete: Signs of Health (BSL) Pocket Medical Sign Language G
ratings_count: 18
publisher: Co-Sign Communications