Statement of the Problems
There are problems in the development of nurses’ language performance because they are weak at speaking English. Although they have studied English for ten years, they are still unable to speak fluently (Siriwong. 1984:5).
Nurses have speaking problems. It is difficult to verbally express what they want to explain to other people. They have trouble putting their thoughts into words. Although, they can understand what others speak, they can’t speak well. A discriminating ear does not always produce a fluent tongue. The biggest problem most nurses face in speaking is their own fear. They worry that they will not say things correctly or that they will look stupid so they are not brave enough to talk. Speaking effectively with patients is an integral part of delivering optimal healthcare.