Nurses' scope of practice and fundamental care in relation to older people: An exploratory home-based study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Fundamental care-encompassing relational, psychosocial, and physical needs as outlined in the Fundamentals of Care Framework-is a multifaceted yet essential component of nurses' scope of practice. Despite its significance, fundamental care remains underrepresented in research within home-based care. Consequently, limited knowledge exists regarding how nurses address older people's fundamental care needs, the practical applicability of the Framework, and the influence of contextual modulators.

Aim

To explore nurses' scope of practice, fundamental care, and contextual modulators in relation to older people with complex health care needs in home-based care.

Design

Exploratory design.

Setting

Four home-care sites in Western Sweden.

Methods

Structu

SUBMITTER: Sandberg K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12905735 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature