Nurse perceptions of person-centered handovers in the oncological inpatient setting - A qualitative study

The intentions of person-centered handovers differed from the way it was actually performed, especially in regards to the obtained levels of patient participation, as described by nurses. Professional insecurity in relation to bedside communication with patients and their visitors is a novel finding that should be considered when implementing person-centered handovers. Overall, the perceptions of person-centered handovers, as expressed by the nurses, enhance our understanding of what to consider when implementing the model and why compliance may vary.