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Ethics: can nurses be effective advocates?

J A Sutor

    Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
    |February 17, 1993
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Nurses are increasingly encouraged to act as patient advocates. This article examines if nurses possess adequate training and identifies factors influencing their ability to advocate for patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing
    • Healthcare Policy
    • Patient Rights

    Background:

    • Patient advocacy is a growing focus in nursing.
    • Professional bodies like the UK Central Council and government initiatives promote this role.
    • There is a need to assess nurses' readiness for patient advocacy.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the extent of nurses' preparation for patient advocacy.
    • To identify facilitators and barriers to nurses assuming the patient advocacy role.

    Main Methods:

    • This article presents a critical review of current literature and policy.
    • It analyzes factors influencing the implementation of patient advocacy by nurses.

    Main Results:

    • The study suggests that nurses may lack sufficient preparation for effective patient advocacy.

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  • Key factors influencing advocacy include organizational support, education, and individual nurse characteristics.

    • Conclusions:

    • Further development of educational programs and supportive healthcare environments is crucial.
    • Enhancing nurses' capacity for patient advocacy is essential for improving patient care and outcomes.