Supervision of nurses using the five principles on practising listening.

摘要

In response to: Jones A.C. and Cutcliffe J.R. (2009) Listening as a method of addressing psychological distress. Journal of Nursing Management 17, 352-358.Health is multi-dimensional, including bio-psycho-social-spiritual aspects. Nursing has been developed more actively in terms of providing holistic care in line with these many dimensions. One of the crucial dimensions is the psychological well-being of our patients, which should be addressed promptly and effectively. Echoing this dimension, Jones and Cutcliffe (2009) stress the importance of therapeutic listening in relieving our patients' psychological pain and suffering while receiving palliative care. I agree with both authors' observations. It is essential to provide nurses with clinical supervision in listening in order to build their confidence and equip them with effective listening skills in response to the psychosocial needs of our patients.