Several factors contribute to miscommunication in nursing. These include:
Workload: High patient loads and time pressures can lead to hurried or incomplete communication. Shift Changes: Inadequate handover processes can result in important information being missed. Electronic Health Records (EHR): Errors in data entry or misinterpretation of digital information can lead to inaccuracies. Language Barriers: Differences in language or dialects can hamper effective communication between nurses and patients or among staff. Hierarchy: Communication may be stifled in environments where junior staff feel unable or unwilling to speak up.
