Moral distress in pediatric nurses: A scoping review protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Recently, moral distress in pediatric nursing has gained academic attention, yet comprehensive literature reviews on this group are scarce.

Aims

This study aims to offer a detailed overview of moral distress among pediatric nurses, focusing on understanding its characteristics, prevalence, underlying causes, and consequences on the quality of patient care.

Methods

Employing a scoping review approach as recommended by the Joanna Briggs Institute, this study will systematically search through PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, APA PsycInfo, and CINAHL databases using specific search strategies. Titles, abstracts, and full texts will be independently screened by two reviewers according to the eligibility criteria. Relevant data will be extracted, categorized, a

SUBMITTER: Zhou H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11527317 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature