ArticleThe South African journal of communication disorders = Die Suid-Afrikaanse tydskrif vir Kommunikasieafwykings2025
Nursing personnel and speech-language therapists communication practices in dysphagia management.
Article in The South African journal of communication disorders = Die Suid-Afrikaanse tydskrif vir Kommunikasieafwykings, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.
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backgroundCommunication between speech-language therapists (SLTs) and nursing personnel is essential for safe dysphagia management, as unclear exchanges can compromise patient outcomes and care continuity. In South Africa, high patient loads, limited dysphagia training, and linguistic diversity create additional challenges, making effective interprofessional communication crucial.
objectivesThis study aimed to identify communication practices related to dysphagia in exchanges between SLTs and nursing personnel, focusing on mutual understanding, openness in interactions and frustration experienced during communication. It also explored nursing personnel's preferred communication modes when discussing feeding and swallowing management.
methodA quantitative, cross-sectional design was used. Data were collected from 18 nurses by means of an adapted Nurse-Physician Communication Scale. The survey was distributed electronically across South Africa via multiple channels. Purposive sampling targeted nursing personnel with at least 6 months' experience in managing patients with dysphagia.
resultsFindings showed that while some mutual understanding exists, nursing personnel often felt misunderstood during interactions with SLTs. Reduced mutual understanding and openness correlated with dissatisfaction in communication. Nursing personnel frequently perceived much of the dysphagia-related information as irrelevant, which increased frustration. Nurses expressed a preference for face-to-face verbal and written communication over electronic modes.
conclusionThe study highlights the need to improve communication practices employed in dysphagia management to support successful interactions and optimal patient management. Strengthening interdisciplinary communication between SLTs and nursing personnel can enhance patient outcomes, increase nursing satisfaction, and promote better teamwork.
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