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Swedish and Chinese nurses' conceptions of ethical problems: a comparative study
Marit Silén1, Ping Fen Tang, Gerd Ahlström
1School of Health Sciences, Jönköping University, Jönköping, Sweden. marit.silen@hhj.hj.se
Journal of Clinical Nursing
|May 7, 2009
Summary
Swedish and Chinese nurses experience ethical problems and workplace stress differently. Findings highlight the need for organizational improvements, reduced workload, and better communication in nursing practice.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Ethics
- Healthcare Management
- Cross-cultural Psychology
Background:
- Nursing is an ethical practice where ethical problems are common.
- Understanding nurses' perceptions of ethical challenges and workplace stress is crucial for healthcare quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare Swedish and Chinese nurses' conceptions of ethical problems and workplace stress.
- To identify differences between nurses in these two countries and across different clinic types.
Main Methods:
- A comparative, quantitative research design was employed.
- Data were collected using questionnaires from 136 Chinese and 137 Swedish nurses across multiple hospitals.
Main Results:
- Significant differences were found in the commonest ethical problems reported between Swedish and Chinese nurses.
- Swedish nurses reported more ethical problems, while Chinese nurses experienced more negative emotions like irritation and sadness.
- 41% of nurses in both countries perceived a gap between current and desired nursing quality.
Conclusions:
- Findings suggest ethical problems in nursing should be viewed from an organizational perspective.
- Reducing nurse workload, ensuring adequate knowledge, and improving communication are essential for better nursing practice.
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