"Empathy and ethical sensitivity among intensive and critical care nurs" by Amir Masoud Sharifnia, Heidi Green et al.
Background: Intensive and critical care nurses need to demonstrate ethical sensitivity especially in recognizing and dealing with ethical dilemmas particularly as they often care for patients living with life-threatening conditions. Theories suggest that there is a convergence between nurses’ empathy and ethical sensitivity. Evidence in the literature indicates that nurses’ emotional, demographic, and work characteristics are associated with their level of empathy and ethical sensitivity. Aim: To investigate the relationship between nurses’ empathy and ethical sensitivity, considering th...
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