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Is compassion possible in a market-led NHS?
1School of Health Sciences, University of Liverpool.
Nursing Times
|March 22, 2013
Summary
Compassionate nursing care is an inherent value, but a perceived "compassion deficit" is linked to organizational culture and health policies, not nursing practice. This review highlights systemic factors impacting compassionate care delivery.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Healthcare Management
- Professional Ethics
Background:
- Compassionate care is central to nursing practice.
- Recent reports suggest a "compassion deficit" in healthcare.
- Understanding the drivers of compassionate care is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review evidence on core professional values in nursing.
- To explore factors influencing compassionate care.
- To contextualize findings within current NHS changes.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of national and international evidence.
- Analysis of core professional values in nursing.
- Examination of organizational and cultural influences.
Main Results:
- Caring and compassion are identified as inherent nursing values.
- Training and role modeling influence value development.
- Organizational culture and environment are primary influences on compassion.
Conclusions:
- Failures in compassion are more likely systemic than individual.
- Government health policy and NHS organizational culture significantly impact compassionate care.
- Recommendations for improving compassionate care should address systemic issues.
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