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The future of pediatric nursing science.
Tondi M Harrison1, Deborah Steward1, Sharon Tucker1
1Martha S. Pitzer Center for Women, Children, and Youth, The Ohio State University College of Nursing, Columbus, OH.
Nursing Outlook
|August 4, 2019
Summary
The shortage of pediatric nurse scientists risks children's health. Urgent action is needed to boost pediatric nursing science and ensure quality care.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Nursing Science
- Child Health Care Research
Background:
- Effective pediatric nursing care relies on knowledge generated by pediatric nurse scientists.
- Declining numbers of pediatric nurses and PhD-prepared scientists pose a risk to child health.
- There is an inadequate supply of pediatric nurse scientists to meet current and future demands.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize current pediatric healthcare demands.
- To highlight concerns regarding the insufficient number of pediatric nurse scientists.
- To identify factors influencing the supply of pediatric nurse scientists and recommend actions.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of current pediatric healthcare demands.
- Analysis of trends in pediatric nurse scientist اعداد.
- Expert opinion and synthesis of influencing factors.
- Development of recommendations for stakeholders.
Main Results:
- Healthcare demands in pediatrics are increasing.
- The number of pediatric nurse scientists is insufficient to generate essential knowledge.
- Several factors negatively influence the pipeline of pediatric nurse scientists.
- Specific actions are proposed to bolster pediatric nursing science.
Conclusions:
- A critical shortage of pediatric nurse scientists threatens child health.
- Addressing this shortage requires a concerted effort from nursing leaders, faculty, and organizations.
- Investing in pediatric nursing science is crucial for advancing child healthcare.
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