Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of having more assertive nurses
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of having more assertive nurses. ... According to Vaughan & Pillmoor (1989), and Benton (1999) the nursing profession was dominated by the female gender and therefore nurses were associated with submissive behavior. ... According to Holland & Ward (1990) and Tschudin & Schober (1993) assertive behavior seems to be the most appropriate way of people to communicate together due to the fact that assertive people know exactly what they want, are friendly and Vaughan & Pillmoor (1989) emphasizes this by stating that a good relation is preserved through a successful negotiation. Benton (1999), Holland & Ward (1990) and Hargie (1993) agree that assertive people are those who respect themselves and others. ... All types of behavior contain advantages and disadvantages (Vaughan & Pillmoor: 1989), although it is recommended to use an assertive behavior in nursing (Benton: 1999, Holbrook Freeman & Freeman Adams: 1999, Holland & Ward: 1990, Tschudin & Schober: 1993, Taylor et al: 1989 and Vaughan & Pillmoor: 1989). ... Another advantage of having more assertive nurses is besides being the advocate of the client, by behaving assertively the nurse is also acting as self-advocate (Vaughan & Pillmoor: 1989). ... Holland & Ward (1990) declare that a positive aspect of being assertive can lead to an increase in obtaining what the nurse wants. This can have an effect on all people that are in contact with nurses. Since assertive people tend to have an excellent relationship with the majority of people, hence goals are reached easier (Vaughan & Pillmoor: 1989).