Communication with Mechanically Ventilated Patients: Nurses' Perspectives and Practice.

ABSTRACT: Background: Effective communication with mechanically ventilated patients is essential to delivering patient-centered care and ensuring psychological well-being. However, barriers such as limited verbal ability and lack of communication tools often challenge ICU nurses' ability to interact with these patients. This study aimed to assess the communication strategies used by ICU nurses in Jordan, with a focus on their knowledge, experience, and practice regarding augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) methods. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive survey was conducted among ICU nurses from 11 hospitals in Jordan (governmental, private, and military). A validated 21-item questionnaire assessed communication strategies across four domains: traditional (unaided), aided

SUBMITTER: Zeadnih RF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12655519 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature