Moral competence among nurses in Malawi: A concept analysis approach

Maluwa, Veronica Mary; Gwaza, Elizabeth; Sakala, Betty; Kapito, Esnath; Mwale, Ruth; Haruzivishe, Clara; Chirwa, Ellen

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“…The key attributes of moral competences were, among others, kindness, compassion, caring, critical thinking, ethical decision-making ability, problem solving, honesty, and respect for people. Based on the study, it was indicated that moral professional competences may and should be used as a tool for the improvement of care in nursing practice [ 42 ]. This is also confirmed by British research, which indicates that among the requirements for nurses employed in public service, the behavioral characteristics were indicated, such as: care, compassion, determination, motivation, and commitment [ 43 ].…”

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Development and Assessment of Professional Competences among Polish Nursing Students during a 3-Year Education Cycle Trying

Brodowicz-Król

Kaczoruk

Kaczor-Szkodny

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IJERPH

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The essence of the profile of nursing professional competences are basic behavioral characteristics, as well as mastering practical skills. The aim of this study was determination of the development of professional competences of perceiving a patient by first-, second-and third-year students of licentiate nursing study. The study was of a longitudinal character, and lasted for 3 years. The research instrument used was the Ascent to Competence Scale, and traditional assessment of students’ knowledge and skills. A statistically significant relationship was observed between the average grade in practical education from all three years, and competences in student–teacher relationship. Higher grades in theoretical education were accompanied by lower results obtained by students in the area of nursing competences. The respondents’ opinions concerning the development of knowledge and professional skills were relatively high among first-year students, which may be related with a sharp increase in nursing knowledge, whereas third-year students considered it important to perceive a considerable development of professional competences. The results of this study can help in the design of education programs meeting quality standards, and alignment with students and population health needs, which is adequate to the assumptions of the WHO Global Strategic Directions for Nursing and Midwifery 2021–2025.

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Development and Assessment of Professional Competences among Polish Nursing Students during a 3-Year Education Cycle Trying

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“…In this regard, Maluwa et al. (2018) mentioned some of the criteria of nurses’ moral competence; kindness, compassion, responsibility, discipline, accountability, communication, honesty, and respect for values, dignity, and human rights [ 29 ]. The American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics stated that the ethical care of patients in the operating room requires that operating room nurses follow the safe and legal guidelines and consider themselves obliged to support patients [ 28 ].…”

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Operating room nurses’ lived experiences of ethical codes: A phenomenological study in Iran

Aghamohammadi

Imani

Koosha

2021

International Journal of Nursing Sciences

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Objective Operating room nurses, as essential members of health care teams, often face ethical challenges in the operating room. By using the ethical experiences of operating room nurses, a better understanding of ethics in the operating room can be achieved, which can lead to better nursing decisions in the face of these challenges. Therefore, this study was conducted to investigate operating room nurses’ lived experiences of ethical codes. Methods A hermeneutic phenomenological study was performed in Hamadan (Iran) from February 2019 to November 2020. Ten operating room nurses were selected as participants by purposive sampling. Data were collected through in-depth and semi-structured interviews. Data analysis was performed based on Van Manen methodology. Results Data analysis revealed three main themes and 11 sub-themes representing the operating room nurses experience of the ethical code. The main themes were; adherence to professional commitments, preserving patient dignity, and respect to colleagues. Conclusion The results underlined ethics and ethical values in the operating room. Due to the intense interactions between operating room nurses with the patient and surgical team, commitment to ethics by nurses can lead to improving quality of care and interactions among members of the surgical team. It is suggested that using these codes as a guideline and a framework could be developed to improve the ethical and professional performance of operating room nurses.

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“…Hanssen et al (2020) also stated that respecting and caring for patients, creating a sense of calm and con dence in patients, respecting members of the surgical team by accepting their responsibilities and respecting the duties of others, and communicating with other team members are key ethical skills for operating room nurses (3). In this regard, Maluwa et al (2018) mentioned some of the criteria of nurses' moral competence, which are: kindness, compassion, responsibility, discipline, accountability, communication, honesty, and respect for values, dignity, and human rights (27). The American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics states that operating room nurses have a duty to support patients as they support themselves and their colleagues, which means providing ethical and professional care for the patient (3).…”

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Operating Room Nurses’ Lived Experiences of Ethical Codes: A Phenomenological Study

Aghamohammadi

Imani

Koosha

2020

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BackgroundOperating room nurses, who are important members of health teams and who serve in an environment full of ethical and work challenges, often face situations that require them to make decisions based on ethical principles. Therefore, compiling ethical codes appropriate to the culture and religion of the community is a good way to improve the quality of nursing services expected by stakeholders.ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to examine Operating room nurses’ lived experiences of ethical codes. Research design and methodA hermeneutic phenomenological study was performed. Participants were 10 operating room nurses who were selected by purposive sampling. Data were collected through in-depth and semi-structured interviews. Data analysis was performed based on Van Manen methodology.ResultsData analysis revealed 3 main themes and 12 sub-themes that showed the experience of operating room nurses from ethical codes. The main themes were: Adherence to professional commitments, preserving patient dignity and respect for colleagues.ConclusionThe results of this study showed the ethical experiences of operating room nurses. These findings determine the ethical codes in the operating room. It is suggested that using these codes, a guide, and a model be developed to improve the ethical and professional performance of operating room nurses.

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Moral competence among nurses in Malawi: A concept analysis approach

Abstract: Moral competence can therefore be used as a tool to improve care in nursing practice to meet patients' problems and needs and consequently increase public's satisfaction in Malawi.

Cited by 15 publications

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Development and Assessment of Professional Competences among Polish Nursing Students during a 3-Year Education Cycle Trying

Development and Assessment of Professional Competences among Polish Nursing Students during a 3-Year Education Cycle Trying

Operating room nurses’ lived experiences of ethical codes: A phenomenological study in Iran

Operating Room Nurses’ Lived Experiences of Ethical Codes: A Phenomenological Study

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