Communication and Interpersonal Competencies for Undergraduate Nursing Students

Authors

  • Bridie McCarthy Université Cork, IRLANDE

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29352/mill0203.02.00138

Keywords:

Communication, Competencies, Students, Nursing

Abstract

Introduction: Effective communication skills are essential for holistic nursing care and the provision of a caring professional attitude.

Objectives: This article aims to explore Communication and Interpersonal Competencies for Undergraduate Nursing Students.

Development: It’s necessaire to draw from some theory or model as a guide to professional performance. Students need education to
acquire the knowledge and skills for practice competence.

Conclusions: It’s necessaire time and space to practice in order to become effective and competent with the skills of: empathy; listening; non-judgmental attitude; Individualized care (Person- centred care).

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Published

2017-05-31

How to Cite

McCarthy, B. (2017). Communication and Interpersonal Competencies for Undergraduate Nursing Students. Millenium - Journal of Education, Technologies, and Health, 2(3), 25–28. https://doi.org/10.29352/mill0203.02.00138

Issue

No. 3 (2017): Série 2 Nº3

Section

Life and Healthcare Sciences

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