1 a. Why should we study communication? b. Why is it important to be an assertive nurse? 2. Would you see yourself an assertive nurse? If No, what are some barriers ? if Yes, where did you learn this skill ? 3. Describe and give an example from your practice of the following: a) Assertive communication b) Nonassertive communication c) and aggressive communication 4. How do you currently manage your reactions to patient behaviors currently?
