Question

Identify at least two pitfalls in communication from the literature and an interview from a physician, from Kouzez and Posner; The leadership Challenege- trusting relationship, and Ward, J., Schaal, M., Sullivan, J., Bowen, M., Erdmann, J., and Hojat, M., (2008). The Jefferson scale of Attitudes toward Physician- Nurse Collaboration: a study with undergraduate nursing students. Journal of Interprofessional Care, 22 (4), 375-386., and Horton, JB and Hollier. (2012). The current state of healthcare reform: The physicians' burden- The Aesthetic Surgery Journal 32(230).

How can a nurse overcome these pitfalls?
From what you learned in the content of the interview and discussion: how can you strengthen your own interprofessional communication?

Answer 1

Two pitfalls in communication are work overload and interpersonal problems with other medical staff. Nurses can overcome these pitfalls by prioritizing tasks, communicating openly, and seeking a trusting relationship with physicians. To strengthen interprofessional communication, nurses should actively listen, use clear language, and practice empathy and respect.

Step-by-step explanation:

Two pitfalls in communication from the literature and interview are work overload and interpersonal problems with other medical staff, particularly physicians.

To overcome these pitfalls, a nurse can prioritize tasks, delegate when appropriate, communicate openly with colleagues, and seek a trusting and collaborative relationship with physicians.

To strengthen interprofessional communication, nurses can actively listen, ask clarifying questions, provide feedback, use clear and concise language, and practice empathy and respect towards other healthcare professionals.