Barriers to effective communication among nurses and family members of patients admitted to the intensive care unit at Muhimbili National Hospital in Dar es Salaam: A descriptive qualitative study

The study highlights that improving communication in ICU settings goes beyond individual efforts; it requires investment in staff training, adequate infrastructure, and a supportive organizational culture. Addressing both interpersonal and organizational barriers through targeted interventions can foster trust, enhance family satisfaction, and contribute to improved patient outcomes in critical care environments.

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PLoS ONE
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2025-09-04
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https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0330374
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Family and Patient Care in Intensive Care Units
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Barriers to effective communication among nurses and family members of patients admitted to the intensive care unit at Muhimbili National Hospital in Dar es Salaam: A descriptive qualitative study

Gift Gadiel Lukumay, Menti Lastone Ndile, Sonya Charles
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Barriers to effective communication among nurses and family members of patients admitted to the intensive care unit at Muhimbili National Hospital in Dar es Salaam: A descriptive qualitative study

Gift Gadiel Lukumay, Menti Lastone Ndile, Sonya Charles
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The study highlights that improving communication in ICU settings goes beyond individual efforts; it requires investment in staff training, adequate infrastructure, and a supportive organizational culture. Addressing both interpersonal and organizational barriers through targeted interventions can foster trust, enhance family satisfaction, and contribute to improved patient outcomes in critical care environments.

PLoS ONEVol. 20(9)
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (TZ), Muhimbili National Hospital (TZ)
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Family and Patient Care in Intensive Care Units
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Barriers to effective communication among nurses and family members of patients admitted to the intensive care unit at Muhimbili National Hospital in Dar es Salaam: A descriptive qualitative study — Gift Gadiel Lukumay, Menti Lastone Ndile, et al. · PLoS ONE (2025) | TGRS Research Map | TGRS