How communications issues between doctors and nurses can affect your health.

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How communications issues between doctors and nurses can affect your health.

September 19, 2018

Howley EK. US News & World Report. September 5, 2018.

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Communication failures in health care routinely challenge patient safety. This news article describes characteristics of the hospital environment that affect nurse–physician relationships such as bullying, production pressure, and care complexity. Clarifying team roles and interdisciplinary activities can improve communication in the care environment. Patients are encouraged to have advocates with them to help prevent and address misunderstandings.

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