University Professors’ Communicative Competence and Its Relationship With Interpersonal Communication and Voice Symptoms

Maciel, Caroline Azevedo; de Medeiros, Adriane Mesquita; Teixeira, Letícia Caldas

doi:10.1016/j.jvoice.2023.08.025

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“…More experienced physicians rated themselves as more competent in delivering bad news. This association could be attributed to the accumulation of clinical knowledge, communication skills [32], and a deeper understanding of the nuances involved in delivering difficult information over years of practice [33]. Seasoned physicians often have more exposure to challenging clinical Respondents rated the following personal features out of 10 as contributing to BBN in decreasing order of importance: empathy at 9.5 ± 0.8, preparation at 8.9 ± 1.6, adaptability at 7.9 ± 1.9, and personality at 7.8 ± 1.9.…”

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Physicians’ Self-Perceived Competence on Breaking Bad News to Parents of Children with Neurodisabilities

Fiorellino,

Newman

2023

Children

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Delivering difficult news to parents of children with neurodisabilities, often involving new diagnoses, prognosis changes, or declines in function or health, presents a complex task. Our aim was to assess physicians’ self-perceived competence in breaking bad news (BBN) within this context. An online survey was administered to neuropediatricians and developmental and rehabilitation pediatricians in Switzerland. Among 247 invited physicians, 62 (25.1%) responded (age of 51 ± 11 years; M/F ratio of 2:3). They rated their BBN competence at 7.5 ± 1.6 out of 10. Factors significantly associated with self-perceived competence in uni- and multivariate analyses included years of professional experience (≤10 years: 6.2 ± 1.8; >10 years: 8.2 ± 0.8), and region of pregraduate training (Switzerland: 7.3 ± 1.6; European Union: 8.3 ± 0.9). The respondents highlighted the positive roles of professional and personal experience, quality relationships with families, and empathy in BBN. In summary, physicians generally expressed a sense of competence in delivering difficult news to parents of children with neurodisabilities. They underscored the significance of life experiences and certain individual qualities in their effectiveness. These findings provide valuable insights into enhancing professional training and support in this crucial yet underexplored aspect of medical practice.

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confidence: 99%