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Farah Wasaya1, Qamraiz Shah1, Aziza Shaheen1
1School of Nursing and Midwifery, The Aga Khan University, Karachi, SD, Pakistan.
Nursing Science Quarterly
|September 20, 2021
Summary
Hildegard Peplau's interpersonal relations theory guides nurses in promoting patient health and well-being. This nursing theory provides a framework for nurse-patient connections, even across language barriers.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Theory
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Patient Care
Background:
- Theoretical frameworks are essential for evidence-based nursing practice.
- Hildegard Peplau's theory of interpersonal relationships offers a foundation for nursing.
- Understanding nursing theories enhances the nurse-patient dynamic.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the application of Peplau's theory in nursing practice.
- To demonstrate how interpersonal relationships theory can improve patient outcomes.
- To illustrate the utility of nursing frameworks in overcoming communication challenges.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of Peplau's theory.
- Case study analysis of a nurse-patient interaction.
- Qualitative analysis of communication dynamics.
Main Results:
- Peplau's theory provides a structured approach to nurse-patient interactions.
- The theory facilitates therapeutic relationships, improving patient well-being.
- Interpersonal connections can be established despite language differences.
Conclusions:
- Peplau's interpersonal relations theory is a valuable framework for nursing practice.
- The theory empowers nurses to foster patient health and well-being.
- Effective nurse-patient relationships are crucial, even with communication barriers.
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