ArticleNursing ethics2025
Prioritization decision-making of care in nursing homes: A qualitative study.
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- Action Model for Unforeseen Inadequacy in Nurse Qualifications and Staffing: A Descriptive Study of the Experiences of Nurses and Nurse Managers.Journal of nursing management · 2026Article
- A Theoretical Framework of Implicit Care Rationing in Australian Long-Term Aged Care Settings: A Straussian Grounded Theory Study.Journal of nursing management · 2026Article
- Decent and Precarious Work Among Nursing and Care Workers: A Mixed-Method Systematic Review.Journal of advanced nursing · 2024Review
- Effect of Nursing Leaders' Moral Leadership on Nurses' and Teams' Psychological Safety: A Cross-Sectional Online Study.SAGE open nursingArticle
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Abstract
backgroundPrioritization decision-making arises when nurses encounter intricate situations that demand ethically challenging judgments about care. This phenomenon has rarely been studied in nursing homes. Prioritization decision-making may lead to instances where individuals in social and healthcare may not receive all services they need. Making prioritization decisions and awareness of their consequences can increase nurses' workload.
aimTo describe prioritization decision-making regarding unfinished nursing care in nursing homes. RESEARCH
designA qualitative descriptive study conducted through individual theme interviews. Participants were recruited through social media. The data was analyzed using inductive content analysis. PARTICIPANTS AND RESEARCH CONTEXT: Nurses ( ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS: Finnish legislation does not mandate an ethical review or research permits, as the participants took part as private individuals. [ask authors to make reference here to informed consent process and anonymity].
findingsNurses stated that the need for prioritization decision-making arises from challenges associated with nurses' engagement with person-centered care, the culture of the work community, the burden due to workload and challenges associated with the leadership. Prioritization decision-making was based on the interests of residents, striving for an efficient workflow and nurse's personal interests. Nurses did not receive support for decision-making regarding unfinished care, and protocols for prioritization had not been established in their work communities. Prioritization decision-making and unfinished care were concealed and left unspoken.
conclusionNursing leaders should address this hidden phenomenon, making it visible through discussions with nurses and by involving them in the development of protocols. The findings can be utilized for developing new approaches to support nurses and reduce their workload and for enhancing the quality and person-centeredness of nursing care in nursing homes.
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