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Essay / Accommodation Theory in Nursing - 1603
A rapid change in the work environment often triggers communication between the physician and registered nurse. If a patient requires a STAT procedure, delays may occur with other procedures such as hemodialysis. The nephrologist and all other specialists will need to be informed so that they are aware of the patient's current condition. Nephrologists and other specialties often serve multiple hospitals. As a result, they may plan their day around the patient's schedule for face-to-face contact, and may also not have the ability to view the patient's chart in between. Patients, their families, and loved ones expect members of the healthcare team to agree when providing care. The theory of accommodating communication allows the healthcare professional to reflect on the true meaning of the healthcare professional. Healthcare professionals must remain in harmony with each other keeping in mind their duty to the patient and their role within the healthcare community (Ludwig et al., 2014). Constant reflection identifies areas that might fail, while providing the opportunity to