Journal of emergency nursing : JEN : official publication of the Emergency Department Nurses Association
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Caring is a universal phenomenon. However, as a result of higher patient acuity and staff shortages within the chaotic ED environment, caring behaviors may be in peril. The purpose of this study was to gain insight into the meaning of caring from the perspective of emergency nurses. Exploring nurses' perspectives of caring is central to improving staffing and retention issues in this unique work environment. ⋯ Caring continues to be a unifying concept in nursing; however, influencing factors continue to undermine caring for emergency nurses. Caring is not subsidiary to nursing; it is the central core of nursing. Therefore, fostering a caring working environment is essential for nurses to practice holistic nursing care. It is also imperative to job satisfaction and the retention of emergency nurses.
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The objective of this study was to explore and describe the experiences of physicians and nurses with regard to loss of dignity in relation to end-of-life care in the emergency department. ⋯ The dignity of people who are taken to the emergency department at the end of their life could be undermined by architectural and organizational characteristics, professionals' attitudes, and decisions made by family members.