Several factors contribute to the lack of interaction in nursing:
- Workload and Staffing Shortages: High patient-to-nurse ratios and an overworked nursing staff leave little time for meaningful interactions. - Technological Barriers: Overreliance on electronic health records (EHRs) and other technologies can reduce face-to-face communication. - Training and Education: Insufficient training in communication skills can leave nurses ill-equipped to engage effectively with patients. - Environmental Factors: A busy, noisy, or poorly designed healthcare environment can impede effective interaction. - Cultural and Language Barriers: Differences in language and cultural backgrounds between nurses and patients can create communication challenges.
