Patient-Nurse Communication

Patient-Nurse Communication

Patient Communication

1. A patient that is having surgery gives you a printout of the complications of the surgery for which he or she is scheduled. Additionally, the information advocates alternative treatments. Discuss how you can communicate best with this patient.

2. What other professions could be involved, and how will they contribute to the patient receiving care?

3. What social or cultural considerations would you need to consider when providing this information?

4. Has the availability of information made patient care better or worse? Support your thought. Provide APA citations if needed.
Please provide a reference page in APA format.