Visual-Based Communication Training: Reducing Pediatric Induced Practitioner Stress and Enhancing Clinical Ergonomics

Ade Elza Buana; Desi Andriyani

doi:10.69725/shmw.v1i4.311

Authors

Ade Elza Buana Department of Dental Health, Politeknik Kesehatan Tanjungkarang, Bandar Lampung, Indonesia, 35145
Desi Andriyani Department of Dental Health, Politeknik Kesehatan Tanjungkarang, Bandar Lampung, Indonesia, 35145

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.69725/shmw.v1i4.311

Keywords:

Visual communication based, Practitioner self-efficacy, Work related stress, Clinical ergonomics, Occupational health

Abstract

Objective: Drawing on psychology and cognitive theories, the current study explores visual-based communication training in order to alleviate stress among practitioners provoked by pediatric clinical experiences, and to improve clinical ergonomics.

Methods: The research adopted a quantitative, theory-based design using a structured survey and variance-based structural equation modelling to explore the links between visual communication characteristics, practitioner self-efficacy and work-related stress. The project was nested in Cognitive Load Theory, Social Cognitive Theory and the Transactional model of stress and coping to describe how ergonomic communication tools influence practitioner outcomes.

Findings: Results indicate that visual language doesn’t significantly reduce the level of work- related stress; but on the other hand, it has an indirect effect which improves practitioners’ self-efficacy. Communication interactivity and narrative depth, closely related to the practitioners' perceived ability of successfully handling pediatric clinical demands are a key factor in stress reduction. Self-efficacy is the major psychological process by which ergonomic communication design leads to well-being at work.

Novelty: This research contributes to the ergonomics and occupational health literature by combining visual communication theory with psychological self-regulation mechanisms, while promoting ‘self-efficacy’ as a proximal mediator as opposed to considering the tools of communication as direct interventions on stress modification.

Research Implications: These results provide direction for the development of practitioner-focused communication training and ergonomic interventions to enhance occupational well-being and sustained clinical performance.

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Author Biographies

Ade Elza Buana, Department of Dental Health, Politeknik Kesehatan Tanjungkarang, Bandar Lampung, Indonesia, 35145

Ade Elza Buana is a faculty member in the Department of Dental Health at Politeknik Kesehatan Tanjungkarang, Bandar Lampung, Indonesia. His academic and professional interests focus on clinical ergonomics, occupational health and safety in healthcare settings, and practitioner-centered interventions to reduce work-related stress. His research integrates psychological theories, human factors engineering, and health communication to improve clinical performance and well-being among healthcare workers. He is actively engaged in applied research and academic writing that bridges empirical evidence with practical occupational health solutions in dental and public health services.
Desi Andriyani, Department of Dental Health, Politeknik Kesehatan Tanjungkarang, Bandar Lampung, Indonesia, 35145

drg. Desi Andriyani, S.SiT., M.Kes, is a dedicated educator and researcher in the Department of Dental Health at the Politeknik Kesehatan Tanjungkarang, Bandar Lampung, Indonesia. With a clinical background as a dental therapist (S.SiT) and a Master's in Health Sciences (M.Kes), her professional and research interests are centered on improving community oral health, occupational health and safety for healthcare workers, and enhancing the quality of dental health education and services. She is actively involved in both teaching the next generation of dental health professionals and conducting applied research that bridges theory with practical public health outcomes.

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