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Reassurance: a nursing skill?

H P French

    Journal of Advanced Nursing
    |November 1, 1979
    PubMed
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    This paper defines nursing reassurance as an interpersonal skill, not psychotherapy. It identifies specific nursing actions to enhance patient confidence and suggests educational training for this vital skill.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing
    • Healthcare Communication
    • Patient Psychology

    Background:

    • The term 'reassurance' in nursing lacks a clear, standardized definition.
    • Understanding reassurance as a skill is crucial for effective patient care.
    • Current nursing practices may not adequately address the skill-based nature of reassurance.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To define 'reassurance' within the nursing context.
    • To differentiate reassurance as an interpersonal skill from psychotherapy.
    • To identify specific nursing behaviors and educational strategies to enhance reassurance.

    Main Methods:

    • Conceptual analysis of the term 'reassurance'.
    • Argumentation for classifying reassurance as a nursing interpersonal skill.

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  • Identification of observable behaviors associated with effective reassurance.
  • Proposal of learning objectives for skill development.

    • Main Results:

    • Reassurance is proposed as a distinct nursing interpersonal skill.
    • Specific behaviors that contribute to patient confidence restoration are identified.
    • The potential for enhancing reassurance skills through education is highlighted.
    • A framework for nursing actions to achieve patient reassurance is outlined.

    Conclusions:

    • Clear definition and identification of methods for nursing reassurance are essential.
    • Reassurance should be viewed and taught as a developable interpersonal skill.
    • Educational interventions can improve nurses' ability to provide effective reassurance.
    • Implementing identified nursing actions can enhance patient confidence and well-being.