Evolving aspects of oral care in modern nursing: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Oral care is a critical yet often neglected aspect of nursing, essential for preventing complications like ventilator-associated pneumonia and systemic inflammation. Despite its importance, nurses face challenges due to limited training, time constraints, and inconsistent protocols. The evolving role of nurses in oral care reflects broader healthcare shifts toward interprofessional and patient-centered models. This systematic review examines these dynamics to inform evidence-based improvements.

Methods

Following PRISMA guidelines, this systematic review synthesized qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods studies from 2015 to 2025, sourced from PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, Web of Science, Embase, and grey literature. Search terms targeted nurses' roles, perceptio

SUBMITTER: Barzoki ER 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12512569 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature