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Perioperative nursing--the Jamaican perspective

S A Lopez1

  • 1Department of Advanced Nursing, University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica.

Seminars in Perioperative Nursing
|October 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Jamaican nurses provide essential perioperative care despite economic challenges. Their dedication to patient advocacy and teamwork aims to achieve positive health outcomes, mirroring developed country standards.

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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Delivery
  • Nursing Practice
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Jamaica faces economic constraints in healthcare.
  • Nurses play multifaceted roles in perioperative care.
  • Strong patient-nurse relationships are integral to care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the challenges and strategies of Jamaican nurses in delivering perioperative care.
  • To highlight the importance of nursing advocacy in achieving positive patient outcomes.
  • To assess the quality of nursing care within Jamaica's economic context.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of nursing roles and patient interactions.
  • Teamwork dynamics in perioperative settings.
  • Patient advocacy strategies employed by nurses.

Main Results:

  • Jamaican nurses demonstrate commitment to high-standard perioperative care.
  • Teamwork and patient advocacy are key nursing functions.
  • Positive patient-nurse relationships are emphasized.

Conclusions:

  • Jamaican nurses are pivotal in achieving optimal perioperative outcomes.
  • Nursing quality is a critical determinant of patient results.
  • Efforts continue to meet developed country healthcare standards.

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