[Physicians and nurses compared: results of a clinical study].
The results of the most recent trials show that nurses can perform some medical activities with results equal to doctors and better patients satisfaction. The 8 trials analyze patients outcomes and costs of care and on each aspect, on average, nurses' performance is satisfactory. The trials provide useful material for a wider discussion on the actual and future role of nurses.
D002983:Clinical Competence / Q000592:standards*; D004650:Employee Performance Appraisal; D006801:Humans; D007587:Job Description; D008503:Medical Staff / Q000592:standards*; D015403:Nursing Evaluation Research; D009740:Nursing Staff / Q000592:standards*; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D017009:Professional Autonomy; D016896:Treatment Outcome