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Attitudes to women undergoing TOP
Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|June 2, 1993
Summary
This study evaluated nursing care quality in a new termination of pregnancy (TOP) unit. Findings indicate generally positive patient and staff attitudes, with recommendations for specialized units and further research.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Women's Health
- Healthcare Quality
Background:
- Newly established units for termination of pregnancy (TOP) require quality assessment.
- Understanding staff and patient attitudes is crucial for evaluating healthcare service quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the quality of nursing services in a new TOP unit.
- To examine the influence of staff and patient attitudes on perceived nursing care quality.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative and quantitative assessment of nursing service quality.
- Examination of staff and patient attitudes towards care in a TOP unit.
Main Results:
- Generally positive attitudes from staff and patients were observed.
- Overall satisfaction with nursing service quality was reported, with specific areas for improvement identified.
Conclusions:
- The establishment of specialized units for women undergoing TOP is recommended.
- Implications for future research and education in this specialized area of nursing are discussed.