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The difficult doctor.

R Davidhizar, H Policinski, M Bowen

    Today'S OR Nurse
    |December 1, 1990
    PubMed
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    Operating room nurses can improve communication with difficult doctors by understanding learned behaviors and using strategic, direct approaches to foster cooperation and avoid defensiveness.

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    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare Communication
    • Nursing Practice
    • Interpersonal Dynamics

    Background:

    • Interpersonal conflict between nurses and physicians is a common challenge in operating room settings.
    • Understanding the origins of difficult behaviors, including childhood influences, cultural factors, and professional socialization, is crucial.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To provide nurses with strategies for effectively managing interpersonal conflict with challenging physicians.
    • To enhance communication and cooperation in the operating room environment.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of interpersonal dynamics in healthcare settings.
    • Review of communication strategies for conflict resolution.
    • Assessment of behavioral influences on professional interactions.

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    Main Results:

    • Identifying learned patterns of thinking and behavior can help nurses understand difficult physician interactions.
    • Strategic and direct communication approaches can improve cooperation.
    • Avoiding defensive tactics is key to successful conflict management.

    Conclusions:

    • Nurses can proactively improve communication with difficult doctors by employing specific, well-timed strategies.
    • Effective communication techniques can mitigate conflict and foster a more collaborative operating room environment.