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[Humanistic nursing care].
Sairaanhoitaja (Helsinki, Finland : 1991)
|January 1, 1991
Summary
Humanistic nursing care perceptions vary across healthcare settings. Nurses in central hospitals and health centers perceive greater status equality compared to those in district hospitals.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Healthcare Management
- Sociology of Health
Background:
- Humanistic nursing care is crucial for patient well-being.
- Understanding nurses' perceptions is key to improving care quality.
- Variations in healthcare settings may influence care delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the level of humanistic nursing care as perceived by nurses.
- To compare these perceptions across different healthcare facility types.
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire based on Fenton's (1987) humanistic nursing scale was used.
- The scale measures empathy, status equality, holistic selves, and shared decision-making.
- Data were collected from specialized nurses, registered nurses, and licensed practical nurses.
Main Results:
- Significant differences were found in nurses' perceptions of humanistic nursing dimensions based on hospital type.
- Status equality was perceived significantly higher in central hospitals and health centers compared to district hospitals.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare facility type influences nurses' perceptions of humanistic nursing, particularly regarding status equality.
- Interventions may be needed to promote humanistic care principles uniformly across all settings.