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[The opinion of nurses concerning the shift transfer]
A M Magalhães1, C da S Pires, K B Keretzky
1Departamento de Assistência e Orientação Profissional, Escola de Enfermagem, UFRGS.
Revista Gaucha De Enfermagem
|January 1, 1997
Summary
This study surveys nurses' opinions on shift changes, highlighting their crucial role in healthcare work organization and patient care quality. Effective shift changes ensure updated patient information and coordinated nursing actions.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Practice
- Healthcare Management
- Organizational Behavior
Context:
- Shift changes are a critical, yet often overlooked, aspect of daily nursing operations.
- Understanding nurse perspectives on shift changes is vital for optimizing healthcare delivery.
- The study examines the impact of shift changes on nursing work organization and patient care.
Purpose:
- To survey nurses' opinions on shift changes in their workplaces.
- To deepen understanding of how shift changes contribute to nursing work organization and patient care.
- To emphasize the importance of shift changes as a connecting link in the healthcare system.
Summary:
- Shift changes are fundamental for unit work organization and maintaining quality of care.
- Data gathered during shift changes allows for essential patient information updates.
- Effective shift changes facilitate the adjustment of nursing actions, improving patient outcomes.
Impact:
- Improved understanding of the role of shift changes in healthcare.
- Potential for enhanced nursing work organization and efficiency.
- Contribution to maintaining and improving the quality of patient assistance.