NURS-FPX 4900 Assessment 2 Assessing the Problem – Quality, Safety, and Cost Considerations The Process and experience of exploring the influence of leadership, collaboration, communication, change management, and policy on the problem

 

During the meeting with Mr. Paul, I realized he could not understand most of the information. I had to find a way of making him comfortable and understanding the information we were discussing. I clearly explained to the patient and gave him a chance to ask questions. Mr. Paul’s symptoms, such as general body weakness, made the patient not understand. Mr. Paul was, however, able to understand everything through effective communication.

The leadership, communication, collaboration, or change management skills employed during the interactions to overcome these barriers

The main barrier identified was a lack of cooperation due to poor communication. The relationship between the nurse and the patient was also poor. Poor communication reduces the quality of care and increases medical errors. Effective communication is essential in a multidisciplinary approach. Effective communication ensures proper diagnosis, management, and education of the patient. Effective communication also reduces the cost of Healthcare through the reduction of errors. I educated Mr. Paul on the symptoms of diabetes, the risk factors, the complications, and the management. I emphasized more on lifestyle modification. I created a good relationship with the patient and the family members. I also opted to collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as social workers, psychologists, physicians, pharmacists, and nutritionists, in managing the patient.

NURS-FPX 4900 Assessment 2 Assessing the Problem – Quality, Safety, and Cost Considerations

What I might have done differently

In this case, I would have devised a plan for educating and training nurses. The training would focus on the importance of having a good relationship with patients and caring for their needs. Nurses would also be taught the importance of effective communication and teamwork with other health professionals. The other plan is to come up with seminars on diabetes. People would be educated on the best strategies for managing diabetes.

References

Adams, E. K., & Markowitz, S. (2018). Improving efficiency in the healthcare system: Removing anticompetitive barriers for advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants. Policy Proposal, 8, 9-13.