Healthcare Team in Ward Round: Roles and Responsibilities from the Perspective of Pediatric Surgical Residency Teachers
Abstract
Objectives: The aim of this study is to determine the roles and responsibilities of healthcare team members in ward rounds from the view of
pediatric surgery teachers.
Materials and Methods: A qualitative design was used with semi-structured interviews were conducted with six pediatric surgery teachers.
Results: The consultant physician on ward rounds has a critical role and responsibilities. Concerning the duties of residents/senior residents and
other surgeons, the importance of complying with hierarchical communication, patient management, and preparation before and during ward
rounds were stressed. The roles and responsibilities of the supervisor nurse were defined as specifying medical information and observations during
ward rounds and ensuring the flow of information among team members. The teachers described the nurses’ roles as passive-listening, completing
the resident deficiencies and fulfilling the doctor’s instructions. Effective communication, teamwork and continuing professional development are
among the important roles of the healthcare team.
Conclusion: The roles and responsibilities of residents differed by their experiences and competencies. It was determined that nurses are not
expected to actively participate in the decision-making process regarding patient care and have a passive role as an observer. It should be noted
that it is expected of doctors in the ward round team to maintain “hierarchical communication”.
Keywords
Ward Rounds, Improving Health Quality, Qualitative Research
Ethical Statement
Ethical approval was obtained
from Ankara University Clinical Research Ethic Committee
(approval no: 2019/024, date: 18.02.2019).
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