Evidence of nonverbal communication between nurses and older adults: a scoping review

Abstract Background Communication is an integral part of life and of nurse-patient relationships. Effective communication with patients can improve the quality of care. However, the specific communication needs of older adults can render communication between them and nurses as less effective with n...

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Main Authors: Esther L. Wanko Keutchafo, Jane Kerr, Mary Ann Jarvis
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-06-01
Series:BMC Nursing
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12912-020-00443-9