The Application of Peplau’s Theory Approach to Improve Interpersonal Relationship and Communication Skills between the Nursing Students’ and the Patients’

Abstract

The Peplau interpersonal relationship theory, is essential in nurse-patient interactions. In the four phases of communication process; this research studies the level of interpersonal relationship and communication skills among nursing students. This theory approach can be seen through the of application of Peplau’s theory in building interpersonal relationship and improving communication of nursing student and patient, starting from admission until discharge. This research also examines nursing students’ ability to understand patient’s behaviour and promote toward patient’s health and wellbeing. Finally, a conceptual framework is introduced in building effective nurse-patient interpersonal relationship and communication.