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Published on: September 16, 2015
Communication in clinical research: Uncertainty, stress, and emotional labor
Jade Williams1, H Robert Kolb2
1University of Florida, Dial Center for Written & Oral Communication, Gainesville, Florida, USA.
Abstract:
This exploratory study investigated perceptions of competent vs. contentious communication in the workplace as experienced by Clinical Research Professionals (CRPs) managing or coordinating clinical research. Qualitative data collected from a 90-min focus group interview were thematically analyzed using open and axial coding and constant comparison. Findings suggest CRPs associate contentious communication with uncertainty, stress, and emotional labor. Further, although many participants regularly utilize effective conflict and emotion management strategies, they lack confidence in both knowledge and efficacy of competent communication, stress management, and emotion management skills. Conclusions support revising "Wheel of Competencies" figure representing the Joint Task Force for Clinical Trial Competency framework. Study limitations and suggestions for future research and educational training are discussed.
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