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Communication and Technology: Ida Orlando's Theory Applied.
Cynthia Gaudet1, Maeve Howett2
11 Clinical Assistant Professor, College of Nursing, Skinner Hall, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA, USA.
Nursing Science Quarterly
|September 19, 2018
Summary
This study examines nurse-patient communication in technology-rich settings. It proposes a model based on Orlando
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Patient Care
- Communication Studies
Background:
- Modern nurses operate in technologically advanced environments, utilizing diverse tools from simple to complex.
- The increasing integration of technology necessitates an examination of nurse-patient communication dynamics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze nurse-patient communication within contemporary, technology-driven healthcare settings.
- To provide a theoretical framework for understanding this communication using Orlando's theory.
- To present a visual model for teaching effective nurse-patient communication strategies.
Main Methods:
- Theoretical analysis of nurse-patient communication.
- Application of Orlando's theory of the dynamic nurse-patient relationship.
- Development of a visual model for educational purposes.
Main Results:
- Identified key communication challenges and opportunities in technologically saturated patient care environments.
- Demonstrated the utility of Orlando's theory in explaining nurse-patient interactions.
- Developed a visual model to aid in the understanding and teaching of communication principles.
Conclusions:
- Effective nurse-patient communication is crucial, even amidst technological advancements.
- Orlando's theory offers a valuable lens for analyzing these interactions.
- The proposed model can enhance communication training for nursing professionals.