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Characteristics of moral distress from nurses’ perspectives: An integrative review

202416 citationsOpen accessUniversity of Pretoria

Abstract

The findings enhance the understanding of moral distress characteristics among nursing staff, highlighting the concept of the crescendo effect, which underscores the cumulative and escalating nature of unresolved moral distress, emphasizing the need to address moral conflicts proactively to prevent the erosion of moral integrity and professional satisfaction.

Research topics

  • Ethics in medical practice
  • Patient Dignity and Privacy
  • Ethics in Business and Education

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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnss.2024.10.005

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