Patient Satisfaction

Communication with Nurses:
Did nurses communicate well with patients?

Patients gave feedback on how well the hospital nurses communicated with them. “Communicated well” means nurses:

  • explained things clearly
  • listened carefully to the patient
  • treated the patient with courtesy and respect

Bars below tell what percent of patients said their nurses “always” communicated well.

Communication with Nurses (% Always)
April 2007 through March 2008
US Average: 74%, Lifespan: 74%

Data released December 16, 2008.

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