Gender-related differences in the scope of nursing practice: evidence from a cross-sectional study in geriatric healthcare settings.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

To investigate potential gender-related differences in the utilization of scope of practice (range of duties and responsibilities) across acute, community and long-term geriatric-care settings, by considering activities authorized for all registered nurses and those restricted to advanced post-basic certification graduates.

Design

A cross-sectional approach, using a convenience sample.

Methods

A total of 286 registered nurses [207 females (72.4%) and 79 males (27.6%)] with advanced geriatric training, completed a self-administered questionnaire addressing socio-demographic and occupational characteristics, utilization of the scope of practice, and professional satisfaction. Chi square, two-sample t-test, and a multiple regression model were used to analyze the dat

SUBMITTER: Romem A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11585940 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature