title: Nursing shortages and human resource planning.
abstract: This paper takes a broad based international perspective in examining the issue of nursing shortages. The role of human resource planning is discussed, and policy interventions to prevent shortages or ameliorate their effects are assessed and recommendations for action are made. The paper draws on published research from a number of countries and identifies key issues common to all countries.
authors.affiliation: Royal College of Nursing, Edinburgh, U.K.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Buchan
mesh_terms: D006301:Health Services Needs and Demand; D006801:Humans; D009726:Nurses / Q000706:statistics & numerical data / Q000600:supply & distribution*; D010560:Personnel Selection / Q000379:methods; D010934:Planning Techniques; D013192:Staff Development / Q000379:methods*