Factors associated with nursing care rationing in Poland: A cross-sectional observational study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

: Nursing care rationing is a global issue, but its intensity may vary across countries depending on available resources and healthcare system characteristics.

Objective

: This study aimed to examine factors associated with the severity of nursing care rationing among Polish nurses.

Design

: Cross-sectional observational study.

Settings

: Two university clinical hospitals in Szczecin, Poland.

Participants

The study involved 411 nurses working in 40 wards and clinics across both institutions.

Methods

: A self-designed questionnaire was used to collect socio-demographic and work-related information, alongside standardized instruments: the Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire (INTE), the Perceived Stress

SUBMITTER: Schneider-Matyka D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12446665 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature