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The Journal of Nursing Administration

|February 1, 1988

Summary

Nurse consultations rely on the client-consultant relationship. This study explores how nurses' professional attire impacts establishing this crucial initial connection for successful healthcare interactions.

Area of Science:

Nursing Practice
Healthcare Communication
Professional Development

Background:

Nurses offer consultations across diverse settings.
The client-consultant relationship is vital for successful consultations.
Limited research exists on establishing this initial relationship.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the influence of nurse attire on establishing the initial client-consultant relationship.
To highlight the importance of non-verbal cues in nursing consultations.

Main Methods:

Exploratory study examining the impact of dress.
Literature review on consultation dynamics and professional appearance.

Main Results:

Professional nursing attire can significantly impact the initial perception and trust.

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Visual presentation is a key factor in building rapport during consultations.

Conclusions:

Nurses should consider their professional dress as a tool for effective relationship building.
Further research is recommended on the specific elements of attire that influence client-nurse interactions.