CORE COMPETENCIES REQUIRED IN NURSING EDUCATION
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Patient-centered care, communication skills, nursing education, healthcare, patient outcomes, nurse-patient relationships.Abstract
Patient-centered care (PCC) has become a cornerstone of modern healthcare, placing patients at the heart of the decision-making process and emphasizing personalized, holistic care. Effective communication skills are essential for nurses to engage with patients and ensure the delivery of PCC. This article examines the role of communication skills in fostering patient-centered care in nursing education. Using a combination of literature review and case studies, this study explores the importance of teaching communication skills in nursing programs and their impact on patient outcomes. The results highlight that communication-focused training enhances nurse-patient relationships, leads to improved patient satisfaction, and better health outcomes.
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