Breaking news is the term used for events that are currently happening or have just happened and are of high importance. This type of news grabs the attention of audiences because of its timeliness and relevance, and often requires breaking regular programming to update the public with new information as it becomes available. Breaking news is also known for being difficult to verify, since it is often based on eyewitness accounts or other sources that are not necessarily reliable.
NPs often have to deliver bad news to their patients and families, including end-of-life care situations where the bad news might be that the current treatment is not working and the patient is likely to die soon. The ability to effectively communicate such news can make or break a nurse’s career.
When delivering bad news, it can be easy to focus on your own experience and how you will get through the interaction with the other person. This can cause you to ignore or discount the other person’s experience, which will likely be much more dramatic and traumatic than your own.
When reporting on breaking news, it is important to be unbiased and not speculate. This is especially true when relying on eyewitness accounts from people who have not witnessed the event firsthand. It is also important to confirm eyewitness accounts with authorities to avoid misreporting the facts. In addition, it is important to avoid identifying people who are injured or killed until their loved ones have been notified.