Power Distance in Healthcare: Learning from Aviation to Decrease Power Distance and Improve Healthcare Culture
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Debra Pettit Whisenant, PhD, MSN, MSPH, Capstone College of Nursing, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Thomas Bruns, MSHF, Department of the Army, Program Manager Apache, Huntsville, Alabama, USA
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- Epsilon Omega
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Abstract
Professional cultural norms such as Power Distance Index (PDI) can affect the professional environment, safety culture, and team members wellbeing. To optimize a positive environment we should determine methods to decrease PDI and recognize the value of all healthcare providers and empower all members of the healthcare team.
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30th International Nursing Research Congress: Theory-to-Practice: Catalyzing Collaborations to Connect Globally. Held 25-29 July 2019 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
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2019-06-21T20:32:26Z
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| Type | Presentation |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
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| Evidence Level | N/A |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Healthcare Culture; Healthcare Environment; Provider Wellbeing |
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| Name | 30th International Nursing Research Congress |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Calgary, Alberta, Canada |
| Date | 2019 |
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