Limited training can have significant repercussions on patient care:
1. Errors in Medication Administration: Insufficient training can lead to mistakes in administering medications, posing serious risks to patient safety. 2. Poor Patient Assessment: Nurses may struggle to perform accurate patient assessments, leading to delayed or incorrect diagnoses. 3. Inadequate Response to Emergencies: A lack of training can result in slow or inappropriate responses during medical emergencies. 4. Communication Breakdowns: Effective communication with other healthcare professionals and patients can be compromised, leading to misunderstandings and errors.