Abstract
Successful client care depends on effective nurse-client communication. It is essential in meeting clients' needs, providing quality care, and maximizing positive client outcomes. The intent of this thesis was to explore nurse perceived barriers to effective nurse-client communication. A literature review was conducted and nine articles were identified as addressing nurse perceived barriers to communication. Four major barriers were identified: nurse comfort and knowledge, environment, time, and culture and language. Research on interventions to address nurses' perceptions of barriers to effective nurse-client communication may provide a better understanding of communication barriers and address issues created by ineffective communication with clients.
Thesis Completion
2017
Semester
Summer
Thesis Chair/Advisor
Burr, Joyce
Degree
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)
College
College of Nursing
Location
Orlando (Main) Campus
Language
English
Access Status
Open Access
Release Date
August 2017
Recommended Citation
Brandenburg, Sara J., "Nurse Perceived Barriers to Effective Nurse-Client Communication" (2017). Honors Undergraduate Theses. 228.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/honorstheses/228
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