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Moral competence among nurses in Malawi: A concept analysis approach
Veronica Mary Maluwa1, Elizabeth Gwaza, Betty Sakala
1University of Malawi, Malawi; Daeyang University, Malawi.
Nursing Ethics
|April 10, 2018
Summary
Moral competence in nursing involves key attributes like compassion and critical thinking. Enhancing this competence can improve patient care and satisfaction in Malawi.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Ethics
- Healthcare Professionalism
- Moral Philosophy
Background:
- Nurses are ethically bound to provide comprehensive, holistic care.
- Challenges exist in consistently delivering ethically accepted care in Malawi.
- This study analyzes the concept of moral competence in nursing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the concept of moral competence within nursing practice.
- To identify the defining attributes, antecedents, and consequences of moral competence in nursing.
Main Methods:
- Employed Walker and Avant's strategy for concept analysis.
- Utilized deductive analysis to identify concept attributes.
Main Results:
- Defining attributes include kindness, compassion, critical thinking, accountability, and respect for human values.
- Antecedents comprise personal, cultural, religious values, ethics training, and supportive environments.
- Consequences involve improved teamwork, communication, performance, and positive attitudes in patient care.
Conclusions:
- Moral competence is a crucial tool for enhancing nursing care quality.
- Improving moral competence can address patient needs and boost public satisfaction in Malawi.
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