Question

Support professional communications with theory

Answer 1

There are multiple communication theories which has been used in nursing to explain and guide interactions made between nurses and patients, and also nurses and other health care professionals.

One of them is : Peplau's Interpersonal Relations Theory
This theory focuses on the nurse-client relationship and the therapeutic process that takes place. Communication that occurs in this context involves complex factors such as environment, attitudes, practices and beliefs in the dominant culture. This theory defines four stages of the relationship that achieve a common goal:

1. Orientation Phase
2. Identificaiton Phase
3. Exploitation Phase
4. Resolution Phase

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