Clarity Of Communication Research Articles

ПСИХОЛОГИЧЕСКИЕ ФАКТОРЫ УСПЕШНОЙ АДАПТАЦИИ ПЕРСОНАЛА

Based on the analysis of scientific literature, expert interviews and empirical data, the key psychological factors that contribute to the successful adaptation of employees in a changing work environment have been identified. These are factors such as individual psychological properties of the individual, the psychological climate in the organization, management support, clarity and trans-parency of communication, employee motivation

Locomotive engineer safety with single manning operation

ABSTRACT The paper is about practice, rather than research, and shows how a complex systems engineering project was done. The project was unique, involving a problem never before investigated, namely, to find the difference in occupational safety of a train driver between being alone in a locomotive cab and having an accompanying assistant. The project used a systems methodology discussed elsewhere. It required understanding the overall New Zealand Rail system and ensuring the objective was clear. A strategy was developed based on a set of system principles. Fault trees gave accident probabilities, from which relative values of Fatal Accident Frequency Rates were computed. As a practical simplification, detailed analysis was confined to a limited part of the overall rail system which could be taken as representative of the whole. Care was taken to treat input information as a whole rather than as separate unconnected items, emphasising information quality, which varied depending on type and source. Major points were the importance of (a) a clear and coherent strategy including careful system decomposition, (b) having a body of information of high and consistent quality, (c) fostering clarity and transparency in communication, and (d) having – and learning – good communication skills. This work is part of a Special Issue on Systems Perspectives: Clarity through Examples (see Dias 2023).

An Analysis Of Minimal Pairs Of Consonant Sounds In English

This study aims to analyze minimal pairs of consonant sounds in English and explore their significance in language learning and teaching pronunciation. Minimal pairs are two words that differ only in one consonant sound, and this analysis aims to provide an understanding of the important role of minimal pairs in developing phonological awareness and improving pronunciation accuracy in English.This research involved identifying and analyzing minimal pairs of consonant sounds in English, including consonant sounds such as /p/ and /b/, /s/ and /z/, and /t/ and /d/. This analysis includes examining the articulation differences and acoustic characteristics of each minimal pair, with the aim of helping English learners understand the subtle phonetic differences between these consonant sounds. Through a deep understanding of minimal pairs, learners can develop their ability to distinguish and produce consonant sounds more accurately.In addition, this study also reviews the pedagogical implications of using minimal pairs in learning English pronunciation. Activities that involve minimal pairs, such as exercises on understanding and producing consonant sounds, can help learners increase their sensitivity to the different sounds in English. By engaging students in minimal pair practice, teachers can help them improve their pronunciation and increase their clarity of communication in English.

Effects of Handover Education Using the Outcome-Present State Test (OPT) Model and SBAR in Nursing Students: A Quasi-Experimental Design.

Since most of nursing students lack clinical reasoning competency, for effective handover education, it is necessary to include a strategy to improve the clinical reasoning competency in the practical training course of the nursing department. This study used a quasi-experimental research design using a non-equivalent control group pretestposttest design to verify the effectiveness of the practice education program using the OPT model and SBAR. The subjects were 73 third-year students participating in clinical practice or clinical alternative practice in Korea. The experimental group showed significantly better communication clarity (t=-12.262, P<.001), communication confidence (t=-12.486, P<.001), problem-solving processes (t=-13.100, P<.001), and team efficacy (t=-6.197, P<.001) compared to before the intervention. However, there was no significant difference between the pre- and post-intervention scores of the control group. In a situation where clinical practice is difficult for nursing students, the handover education program using the OPT model and SBAR can helps improve their communication clarity, communication confidence, problem-solving process, and team efficacy.

WHO International Standard Terminologies on Traditional Chinese Medicine: Use in Context, Creatively

WHO International Standard Terminologies on Traditional Chinese Medicine: Use in Context, Creatively

Use of Elastomeric Half-Mask Respirator in the Clinical Care Environment: Health Care Worker Perceptions.

Elastomeric half-mask respirators (EHMR) reduce health care workers' exposure to airborne hazards including bioaerosols but have primarily been used in the industrial setting. To assess health care workers' perceptions, attitudes, and experiences wearing EHMRs in a clinical environment. Employees within a single health care system who wore the EHMR continuously during their shift completed an investigator developed survey. Descriptive statistics and thematic analysis were used. Of the 8273 EHMR "fit-tested" eligible employees, 1478 met inclusion criteria and participated. Respondents reported that they felt well protected with the EHMR and confident in their care and maintenance of the EHMR. Although skin changes developed, they were primarily managed by adjusting the straps. Clarity of communication was a concern across all respondents and disciplines. The EHMR was preferred over reusing the N95 although clarity in communication was challenging.

Analysis of the Effect of Internal Communication on Acceptance of Change in the Context of Organizational Management

This study aims to analyze the effect of internal communication on change acceptance in the context of organizational management. Change is inevitable in the business world, and the successful implementation of change is highly dependent on employee acceptance and participation. Effective internal communication has an important role in shaping employees' perceptions and attitudes towards organizational change. This study used a survey method and data were collected through questionnaires distributed to employees at various levels of the organization. Regression analysis was used to examine the relationship between internal communication variables and change acceptance. The results showed that good internal communication has a significant positive influence on change acceptance. Factors such as transparency, message clarity, mutual interaction, and management support in internal communication play an important role in increasing change acceptance by employees. The findings provide important implications for organizational management in designing effective communication strategies to support organizational change.

Speaking the same language: Aligning project designations to clarify communication in restoration ecology

As we enter the United Nations Decade of Ecosystem Restoration, the need to engage in restoration activities has never been greater. Included within this need is a requirement for clear communication between researchers, practitioners, policymakers, stakeholders, and community members. To facilitate the discussion and assessment of restorative activities, we propose two decision trees to differentiate between key restoration terms (Reclamation, Rehabilitation, Ecological Restoration, Rewilding, Landscape Restoration, Intra-Ecosystem Restoration, Reference Condition Restoration, and Ecological Reclamation) and to clarify how they relate to each other, based upon project scope and desired/intended project outcomes. Continued use of unclear terminology impedes practitioners or researchers from using the literature efficiently, to find precedents that could assist their current efforts. As such, increasing clarity of communications will ensure restoration is discussed within a framework of well-defined and agreed upon terms. It is our hope that this suggested framework will contribute to the ongoing and much needed terminology debate and help enhance cohesion on the use of key terms within the restoration focused literature. Given the increased focus upon restoration projects of any kind, especially during the UN's decade of ecosystem restoration, it is more important than ever that restoration practitioners speak the same language.

Nursing handoff education: An integrative literature review.

This integrative review aimed to identify nursing students' experiences of handoff practices and the effects of handoff education in the curriculum on nursing student learning outcomes. Appropriate handoff communication skills are essential for nursing students to maintain patient safety and prevent adverse events. A systematic literature search was conducted with keywords related to nursing, student, and handoff in April 2020. Articles should focus on nursing students' handoff education published in English in 2015-2020. Eight articles met the inclusion criteria and were included in this review. Nursing students reported discrepancies in handoff experiences; diverse factors influenced their handoff experiences, such as knowledge, anxiety, confidence, and type of student supervision. Various handoff educations were implemented across studies. Some handoff educations significantly improved nursing students' attitudes toward other disciplinary providers, satisfaction, confidence, quality, and clarity in handoff communication; some did not substantially affect their selected outcomes. This review identified that there are still limited handoff experiences among nursing students and many factors affecting opportunities for their handoff experience. Some handoff education (e.g., structured handoff formats, role-play, simulated scenarios) effectively improved students' communication clarity, confidence levels, and handoff education satisfaction. More handoff education is needed for nursing students to learn safe and quality handoff practices.

간호대학생의 환자안전관리 수행자신감과 의사소통 명확성이 환자안전관리 행위에 미치는 영향

Objectives This study was to investigate the influence of confidence in performance of patient safety management and clarity of communication on behavior of patient safety management by nursing students.&#x0D; Methods Data were collected using structured questionnaires from 122 grade 4 with clinical practice experience enrolled in nursing departments at 2 universities located in Chungbuk and kangwon. For the collected data, descriptive statistics, t-test, ANOVA, Pearson correlation coefficients, and hierarchical regression analysis using SPSS/WIN 26.0 statistical program.&#x0D; Results Confidence in performance of patient safety management had a statistically significant positive correlation with clarity of communication (r=.645, p&lt;.001) and behavior of patient safety management (r=.694, p&lt;.001). Clarity of communication also had a statistically significant positive correlation with behavior of patient safety management (r=.833, p&lt;.001). As a result of hierarchical regression analysis, the factors significantly influencing the behavior of patient safety management were Confidence in performance of patient safety management (β=.27, p&lt;.001) and clarity of communication (β=.65, p&lt;.001), with a total explanatory power of 75.2%.&#x0D; Conclusions In order to promote the behavior of patient safety management nursing students, it is necessary to develop an educational program can improve clarity of communication and confidence in performance of patient safety management. Also, it is necessary to enhance clarity of communication and confidence in performance of patient safety management by increasing immersion attitude and activeness in relation to the experience through the actual simulation practice class.

Standardizing Lumbar Interbody Fusion Nomenclature.

This article is a research methodology study. We summarize current ambiguities and inaccuracies regarding lumbar interbody fusion nomenclature and propose a standardized reporting method to improve the clarity of future research and communication among spine surgeons and researchers. Lumbar interbody fusion techniques have seen an impressive degree of refinement over recent years. This innovation has ushered in a plethora of naming conventions for these new surgical approaches. Many of the current trends in naming lumbar fusion techniques are, however, redundant and contradictory, creating unnecessary confusion in the field. Following an extensive literature review, we developed a 4-part naming convention that highlights the crucial features of lumbar fusion surgical procedures. Current literature regarding lumbar fusions is rife with inconsistent usage and privatization of terminology that can inadvertently result in ambiguous operative vocabulary, potentially compromising the accuracy of future research. We propose a 4-part naming system that highlights crucial features of lumbar interbody fusions, including (1) intra-operative repositioning, (2) patient position, (3) surgical technique, and (4) orientation of the surgical corridor to the psoas muscle. This study raises awareness of current inconsistencies in naming conventions and proposes a standardized system for improving the clarity of lumber interbody fusion terminology for the broader spine community. Level V.

Perceptions of social media challenges and benefits during the Covid-19 pandemic: Qualitative findings from a cross sectional international survey.

Since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic in January 2020 the need for rapid information spread grew and social media became the ultimate platform for information exchange as well as a tool for connection and entertainment. With the rapid information spread along came the various public misconceptions and misinformation which consequently influenced perceptions and behaviors of the public towards the coronavirus pandemic. Thus, there was a need for identification and collation of public perceptions information to address future public health initiatives. This cross-national study aimed to examine the challenges and benefits of using social media during the Covid-19 pandemic outbreak. This study was a content analysis of the open-ended questions from a wider cross-sectional online survey conducted in Norway, UK, USA, and Australia during October/November 2020. 2368 participants out of 3474 respondents to the survey provided the open text responses included in the qualitative analysis. Thematic analysis was conducted independently by two researchers. All statements were coded to positive and negative sentiments. Three overarching themes were identified: 1. Mental health and emotional exhaustion 2. Information and misinformation; 3. Learning and inspiration.While providing a powerful mode of connection during the pandemic, social media also led to negative impact on public perceptions, including mistrust and confusion. Clarity in communications by institutions and education about credible information sources should be considered in the future. Further research is required in exploring and documenting social media narratives around COVID-19 in this and any subsequent incidents of pandemic restrictions. Understanding the public perceptions and their social narratives can support the designing of appropriate support and services for people in the future, while acknowledging the uncertainty and overwhelming impact of the pandemic that may have skewed the experiences of social media.

Physician-Peer Relationships and Patient Experiences With Specialist Care

Peer relationships may motivate physicians to aspire to high professional standards but have not been a major focus of quality improvement efforts. To determine whether peer relationships between primary care physicians (PCPs) and specialists formed during training motivate improved specialist care for patients. In this quasi-experimental study, difference-in-differences analysis was used to estimate differences in experiences with specialist care reported by patients of the same PCP for specialists who did vs did not co-train with the PCP, controlling for any differences in patient ratings of the same specialists in the absence of co-training ties. Specialist visits resulting from PCP referrals from 2016 to 2019 in a large health system were analyzed, including a subset of undirected referrals in which PCPs did not specify a specialist. Data were collected from January 2016 to December 2019 and analyzed from March 2020 to October 2022. The exposure was PCP-specialist overlap in training (medical school or postgraduate medical) at the same institution for at least 1 year (co-training). Composite patient experience rating of specialist care constructed from Press Ganey's Medical Practice Survey. Of 9920 specialist visits for 8655 patients (62.9% female; mean age, 57.4 years) with 502 specialists in 13 specialties, 3.1% (306) involved PCP-specialist dyads with a co-training tie. Co-training ties between PCPs and specialists were associated with a 9.0 percentage point higher adjusted composite patient rating of specialist care (95% CI, 5.6-12.4 percentage points; P < .001), analogous to improvement from the median to the 91st percentile of specialist performance. This association was stronger for PCP-specialist dyads with full temporal overlap in training (same class or cohort) and consistently strong for 9 of 10 patient experience items, including clarity of communication and engagement in shared decision-making. In secondary analyses of objective markers of altered specialist practice in an expanded sample of visits not limited by the availability of patient experience data, co-training was associated with changes in medication prescribing, suggesting behavioral changes beyond interpersonal communication. Patient characteristics varied minimally by co-training status of PCP-specialist dyads. Results were similar in analyses restricted to undirected referrals (in which PCPs did not specify a specialist). Concordance between PCPs and specialists in physician age, sex, medical school graduation year, and training institution (without requiring temporal overlap) was not associated with better care experiences. In this quasi-experimental study, PCP-specialist co-training elicited changes in specialist care that substantially improved patient experiences, suggesting potential gains from strategies encouraging the formation of stronger physician-peer relationships.

TUNA organisational environment and the needs of members of a co-opetition network, using the example of construction companies associated in the “stropy.pl” organisation

Purpose: The purpose of the study is to find out the needs of co-opetition network members in the building material market, under the conditions of the TUNA organisational environment. Design/methodology/approach: In order to test the research hypotheses, an empirical research method was applied, involving a standardised interview questionnaire carried out using the CAPI technique among the companies associated in the “Stropy.pl” co-opetition network. The survey involved 53 respondents. Findings: Under the conditions of the TUNA organisational environment, there occurred differences in assessments of the economic situation in the building material market by the members of the coopetition network. Differences in assessments of the economic situation in the building material market have a moderate to large positive impact on the differentiation of needs of the members of the co-opetition network. Improving the quality of panel floors was more important for those who expected a moderate or high economic situation compared to those who were very or little optimistic. On the other hand, those who were very or little optimistic paid more attention to the clarity of communication, more frequent contact with the head office and new materials regarding the cooperation with “Stropy.pl”. In contrast, those who expected moderate or high economic situation were more appreciative of the improved sales availability of panel floors and the personalisation of fittings. Research limitations/implications: In order to obtain a more complete picture of the needs of the building material market in Poland, in the context of the TUNA organisational environment, it is recommended to conduct further research with the participation of end- users of these materials. Practical implications: The applicability of the study relates to the possibilities for company managers to use knowledge about the needs of members of a co-opetition network in the building material market, in the context of the TUNA organisational environment. Originality/value: The conclusions of the study made it possible to identify the correlation between the TUNA organisational environment, causing discrepancies in assessments of the economic situation in the building material market, and the needs of members of a co-opetition network. Conducting considerations in relation to the building material industry market further enhances the originality of the study. Keywords: co-opetition, organisational environment, TUNA, building material market. Category of the paper: research paper.

Risk Communication Clarity and Insurance Demand: The Case of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Risk Communication Clarity and Insurance Demand: The Case of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Transcultural Communication Strategies in Nursing with Multicultural Clients in Hospital Settings: A Systematic Literature Review

A lack of nurse understanding of cultural diversity during nurse-patient communication may cause conflicts and misunderstandings. This study aim to analyze nurse transcultural communication strategies with multicultural clients in hospitals. Systematic literature review incorporating four databases, including PubMed, Science Direct, Google Scholar, and ProQuest. Assessed Article quality based on JBI and MMAT. A total of 47.848 articles were identified, and twelve articles analyzed highlight ten transcultural communication strategies, including the usage of language translators and interpreters, communication skills training, cultural competency training, initiative to learn a new culture, clarity of communication, doing self-reflection, familiarizing to the patient, developing confidence, spending more time to consult, respecting and appreciating patient. Implementing transcultural communication strategies during nurse-patient interactions is important to achieve therapeutic communication goals. Transcultural communication enables nurses to understand and respond to patient needs effectively. The study suggests that nurses develop transcultural communication skills and competencies to practice intercultural communication during clinical care.

Analisis Kualitas Pelayanan Berbasis Preferensi Konsumen: Studi Kasus Pada Bengkel Kendaraan Roda Empat

Product and service quality factors are important aspects of business continuity. Consumers will abandon low-quality products and services. Consumers will feel satisfied if all aspects of the products and services are appropriately accommodated. Product and service quality have different tendencies because service quality dimensions are more complex than product quality. This study aims to analyze the quality of customer service at auto repair shops based on consumer preferences. Assessment of the level of satisfaction and consumer expectations of each attribute is done by filling out a questionnaire to identify the gap between the level of importance and level of performance. The consumer's assessment of each indicator of the auto repair shop is carried out through a questionnaire filled out to the consumer to find out the gap between the level of importance and the level of performance. The analytical method used is Importance Performance Analysis–IPA showing that the attributes of auto repair shops that need to be improved are [P1] improving the repair period as promised, [P2] Procedures and managerial capabilities in providing adequate service, [P3] Results following consumer recommendations, and [P4] Knowledgeable workshop managers and staff, [P5] Service speed from responsiveness quality dimensions, [P11] Credibility and honesty of workshop managers and staff, [P12] Clarity of communication and information to consumers. The priority of quality attributes of auto repair shops that will be improved can provide alternative development priorities between human resources and limited equipment servicing.

A Review of Emerging Trends & Advances in Construction Technology in the Indian Scenario

Technological advancement in civil engineering is directly related to people’s living conditions. When there is the development of thought processes related to sustainable development, the solutions for the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are in technological advancement. 2D drawings were used in the early days of civil engineering to guide the client regarding the project design. Most clients do not have the ability to visualize their project before it comes to fruition. The solution to this problem is the use of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR). VR can help the client by being able to experience the project in a virtual model, which will enable him to evaluate the design & decide if it meets their requirements. Building Information Modeling (BIM) is also a strongly emerging technology that improves the clarity of communication between project teams. It ultimately helps in reducing the risk & provides better efficiency for the project. Technologies like precast construction deal with waste reduction for building materials. The process of assembling various precast building structural elements, such as columns, beams, and slabs, with appropriate connecting systems that can endure gravity (both a dead and live load) and lateral forces are known as precast building (wind and seismic loads). It benefited the construction sector with a more sustainable approach. This paper tries to focus on the developing construction technologies which are helping the projects to go green. Eventually these technological advancements will increase the efficiency of the project in terms of cost, quality, and time management.

Tutorial: Using Community Engagement Studios to Enhance Pharmacogenetic Study Design for Maximizing Enrollment of Diverse Children and Pregnant People.

Most pharmacogenetic research is conducted in adult, non-pregnant populations of European ancestry. Study of more diverse and special populations is necessary to validate findings and improve health equity. However, there are significant barriers to recruitment of diverse populations for genetic studies, such as mistrust of researchers due to a history of unethical research and ongoing social inequities. Engaging communities and understanding community members' perspectives may help to overcome these barriers and improve research quality. Here, we highlight one method for engaging communities, the Community Engagement Studio (CES), a consultative session that allows researchers to obtain guidance and feedback based on community members' lived experiences. We also provide an example of its use in pharmacogenetic studies. In designing a survey study of knowledge and attitudes around pharmacogenetic testing among children with chronic conditions and pregnant individuals, we sought input from diverse community stakeholders through CESs at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. We participated in two CESs with community stakeholders representing study target populations. Our goals were to learn specific concerns about pharmacogenetic testing and preferred recruitment strategies for these communities. Concerns were expressed about how genetic information would be used beyond the immediate study. Participants emphasized the importance of clarity and transparency in communication to overcome participation hesitancy and mistrust of the study team. Recruitment strategy recommendations ranged from informal notices posted in healthcare settings to provider referrals. The CES enabled us to modify our recruitment methods and research materials to better communicate with populations currently under-represented in pharmacogenetics research.

The Misuse of “Workload” in Sports Science and Possible Solutions

ABSTRACT Because of fundamental mechanical misconceptions, workload is a contested and nonsensical term that has been erroneously used in sports science literature. When the term workload is used, readers may interpret the term to mean: (a) load, referring to the weight force of an object, or an external or internal force, applied in a specified direction and, when using the International System of Units (SI), the outcome measure must be reported in newtons, or (b) the amount of work performed, which should be reported in joules. Solutions consistent with the SI and using proper scientific terminology are simple and would improve the advancement and use of knowledge in sports science. During an endurance training program, exercise duration, relative or absolute mean velocity, distance traveled, and power output are manipulated. Within strength and power training programs, variables to be considered are repetitions and sets, rest period durations, and the load lifted. In team sports, performance quantification includes displacement, distance traveled, velocity, and acceleration. These physical quantities should replace the vague and inaccurate term workload. The quantification of physical performance should be accomplished using the SI for clarity of communication and seamless use across all subdisciplines of sports science.