Difficulties and practices regarding information provision among Korean and Italian nurses

ConclusionsDespite cultural, demographic and professional differences between Korean and Italian nurses, their difficulties and practices in information delivery to patient were similar. Implications for nursing and health policyHospital managers and policymakers should be aware that nurse–patient communication can be impaired by organizational factors, patient characteristics or the interaction among providers. Educational interventions and strategies are needed to increase information provision to patients about nursing care plans.
Source: International Nursing Review - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research