title: Error and trial: the extended role dilemma.
abstract: In spite of recent developments there is still considerable conflict over the definitions of extended role and competency. This article reviews the legal and professional support systems underpinning the adoption by nurses of duties traditionally considered to be doctors' tasks.
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Rieu
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D007587:Job Description; D009726:Nurses; D017009:Professional Autonomy