Transplant nurses: concerns and opportunities.
Nurses caring for patients undergoing liver transplants were surveyed to identify specific needs and concerns. Previously identified issues in regard to orthotopic liver transplantation also were addressed: high mortality rates, time-consuming care, emotional factors and ethical issues. Nurses need to be represented on selection and ethics committees and to participate in clinical decisions.
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D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D006301:Health Services Needs and Demand; D006801:Humans; D016031:Liver Transplantation / Q000451:nursing*; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital / Q000523:psychology*; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires