Exploring the Role of Interdisciplinary Communication in Optimize Patient Care: Perceptions of Physiotherapy, Nursing, and Laboratory Teams

Authors: Ahmed A. Alshehri, Freh A. Alfreh, Hiyam S. Almotery, Asma H. Ashemaimry, Turki F. Alotaibi

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14160229

Short DOI: https://doi.org/g8qxq8

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: In every aspect of service delivery, particularly in more complex environments such as tertiary institutions, communication between professionals is important. This research qualitative aims at revealing the perspectives of physiotherapists, nurses, and clinical laboratory specialists on inter professional communication regarding patient care in particular the factors that work for or against it. We used a semi-structured interview guide to conduct interviews with 15 people and sought to answer three main themes: What enables communication, barriers to effective communication and what are the effects on the patients’. Lack of resources, and team disintegration made it hard to maintain communication with fellow team members while time constraints and communication silos hindered competent interaction amongst providers. Results highlight how the outcomes as well as the safety and satisfaction of patients can be improved by such environment factors that foster communication, cooperation and respect within the facilities.

Keywords: Inter-Professional Collaboration, Delegation Of Tasks, Physiotherapy, Nursing And Care, Diagnostic Departments, Multidisciplinary Cooperation

Paper Id: 231593

Published On: 2024-09-06

Published In: Volume 12, Issue 5, September-October 2024

Cite This: Exploring the Role of Interdisciplinary Communication in Optimize Patient Care: Perceptions of Physiotherapy, Nursing, and Laboratory Teams - Ahmed A. Alshehri, Freh A. Alfreh, Hiyam S. Almotery, Asma H. Ashemaimry, Turki F. Alotaibi - IJIRMPS Volume 12, Issue 5, September-October 2024. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.14160229

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