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    Nurses are increasingly performing tasks traditionally done by junior doctors. Developing a nurse first assistant role in Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) procedures could expand nursing responsibilities and benefit patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing Practice
    • Surgical Assistance
    • Patient Care

    Background:

    • Increasing pressure on healthcare systems necessitates role expansion for nursing staff.
    • Nurses are frequently tasked with duties beyond their traditional scope, including those of junior doctors.
    • Evaluating new roles for nurses is crucial for optimizing patient care and professional development.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the potential of expanding the nursing role through a first assistant position in Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) procedures.
    • To assess the benefits of this expanded role for patients and its professional appropriateness for nurses.

    Main Methods:

    • This study involves a review of current nursing responsibilities and the potential for role expansion.
    • Analysis of the feasibility and implications of a nurse first assistant role in PEG procedures.

    Main Results:

    • The expansion of nursing roles, such as a first assistant in PEG procedures, is identified as a viable option.
    • This expansion holds potential benefits for patient outcomes and professional nursing practice.

    Conclusions:

    • Developing a nurse first assistant role in PEG procedures represents a promising avenue for nursing role expansion.
    • Such developments can enhance patient care and align with professional nursing standards.

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