Enhancing Collaborative Communication of Nurse and Physician Leadership in Two Intensive Care Units
JONA The Journal of Nursing AdministrationPublished 1 February 2004
Diane K. Boyle, Chiemi Kochinda
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Study findings provide evidence that nurse-physician collaborative communication can be improved, and staff nurses reported lower personal stress and more respect from co-workers, physicians, and managers.
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Study findings provide evidence that nurse-physician collaborative communication can be improved.
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