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How to inform relatives and loved ones of a patient's death.

Authors :
Guest, Mags
Source :
Nursing Standard. 4/20/2016, Vol. 30 Issue 34, p36-38. 3p.
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

The article discusses the importance of effective communication skills and demonstrating passions when informing relatives and loved ones of a patient's death. Topics include the need for nurses to use suitable language and choose an appropriate environment to clearly convey information without interruptions, and the imperative for nurses to have the necessary knowledge and skills to ensure that the task is performed with compassion and sensitivity.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00296570
Volume :
30
Issue :
34
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Nursing Standard
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
114664775
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.7748/ns.30.34.36.s45