This learning module discusses how an understanding of professional practice skills, communication skills and teamwork can help nurses cope with conflicting demands and compassion fatigue while performing their professional roles and responsibilities. Conflicting demands can include providing compassionate, patient-centred and responsive care while adhering to budget constraints, for example; how they can adversely affect nurses' mood and effectiveness is highlighted.

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