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Abstract
Background
Assertive communication is the ability to speak and interact in a manner that respects the rights and opinions of others while also standing up for one’s own rights. In the context of nursing, several factors have been factored in as impediments to assertive communication.
Purpose
The aim of this study was to explore the perception and use of assertive communication among Indian nurses at workplace.
Method
A total of 7 nurses were recruited for the study. The researcher conducted individual face to face interviews using a semi structured tool, consisting of questions regarding advantages and disadvantages of assertive communication, the need and the training required thereof.
Findings
The results were divided into 5 main themes, namely, obliviousness to assertive communication, vertical dominance, unfavourable climes, readying for assertive communication and gaining leverage.
Discussion
The findings suggested that Indian nurses were generally unaware regarding assertive communication which was attributed to certain factors. The nurses acknowledged the need for training to inculcate the use of assertive communication among nurses at workplace.
期刊介绍:
The Journal of Radiology Nursing promotes the highest quality patient care in the diagnostic and therapeutic imaging environments. The content is intended to show radiology nurses how to practice with compassion, competence, and commitment, not only to patients but also to the profession of nursing as a whole. The journal goals mirror those of the Association for Radiologic & Imaging Nursing: to provide, promote, maintain , and continuously improve patient care through education, standards, professional growth, and collaboration with other health care provides.