title: Names are important.
abstract: Names are important. Being remembered by name is universally appreciated and associated with respect. Thus, correct use of names and titles can be extremely advantageous in relationships. This is particularly true in the health care setting.
authors.affiliation: Division of Nursing, Bethel College, Mishawaka, Indiana, USA.
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Davidhizar
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Weaver-Yoder
mesh_terms: D003466:Cultural Characteristics; D006801:Humans; D009275:Names; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D010564:Personnel, Hospital; D011369:Professional-Patient Relations; D014481:United States