@article{ETD, recid = {2922}, author = {Bonnice, Barbara}, title = {Nurses' communication skills and response to conflict: impact of New Directions Relational Skills Training}, publisher = {Oregon Health and Science University}, school = {D.N.P.}, address = {2015}, number = {ETD}, abstract = {Conflict avoidance and ineffective efforts to resolve conflict are associated with increased patient harm. The person-centered approach (PCA) to relating provides four skills to assure effective communication, even in situations of conflict. Few studies have demonstrated changes in collegial relationships and improved patient safety after formal communication and conflict training. This study evaluated the sustained impact of the “New Directions” program on nurses’ communication skills and response in situations of conflict.}, url = {http://digitalcollections.ohsu.edu/record/2922}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.6083/M4SN07T5}, }