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Communication with invasive mechanically ventilated patients and the use of alternative devices: integrative review
Aziza Salem1, Muayyad M Ahmad2
1Senior Education Coordinator, King Hussein Cancer Center, The University of Jordan, Jordan.
Background:
Communication with patients has always been a major concern in nursing care. Invasive mechanically ventilated (IMV) patients suffer from a communication barrier due to the presence of the endotracheal tube (ETT), which makes them unable to communicate through speech.
Aim:
The purpose of this review is to examine available evidence regarding existing knowledge, skills, perceptions and barriers to IMV patient communication in order to guide the development of strategies that enhance effective communication with these patients.
Methods:
A review of the published literature was conducted between January 2010 and December 2016.
Results:
The literature support clear and concise communication in all areas of care, especially when patients suddenly become speechless. Invasive mechanically ventilated patients want to be heard, have control over their treatment and contribute to decisions concerning their health.
Conclusion:
There is a need for the establishment of an effective nurse -patient communication strategy, which may include determining the mode of communication used by the patient, waiting and giving time to allow a patient to participate in the communication, confirming the message that was communicated with a patient himself/ herself, and the use of assistive and augmented communication to support comprehension when needed.
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