Journal of East-West Nursing Research (동서간호학연구지)

East-west Nursing Research Institute, Kyung Hee University (경희대학교 동서간호학연구소)
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Affecting Factors of Nurses' Communication

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  • 정광하 (경희대학교 간호과학대학) ;
  • 신성희 (경희대학교 간호과학대학)
  • Received : 2011.12.03
  • Accepted : 2011.12.29
  • Published : 2011.12.31
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Abstract

Purpose: The aim of this study was to examine the factors that affect nurses' communication. Methods: This study employed a descriptive survey design. The sample of this study consisted of 174 nurses at hospital in Korea from June 1st to 18th, 2009. The data were analyzed SPSS/WIN 17.0 program and factors affecting nurses' communication were analyzed by multiple regression. Results: 1) Level of nurses' communication was average of 3.44, ego strength 0.36, self-image 3.53, ego distribution 2.92, interpersonal relations 3.52, and family function 3.39. 2) Nurses' communication had significant positive correlation with interpersonal relations, self-image, family function, and ego strength. On the other hand, it had not significant correlation with ego distribution. 3) Interpersonal relations (t=9.68, p<.001), ego strength (t=3.11, p=.002), and family function (t=2.26, p=.025) significantly predicted the level of nurses' communication (Adjusted $R^2$=.418, p<.001). Conclusion: The study finding suggested to develop hospitals' management program for increasing nurses' communication.

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