Nursing uniforms for SCP's; Facilitator or barrier?
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Nursing uniforms for Surgical Care Practitioners; Facilitator or barrier to autonomous practice? Investigation into patient perceptions of, and preferences regarding Surgical Care Practitioner attire.
IRAS ID
185314
Contact name
Sarah Forster
Contact email
Duration of Study in the UK
0 years, 1 months, 3 days
Research summary
Advanced nurses are increasingly undertaking roles previously solely under medical jurisdiction. The development of these roles has been ad-hoc, leading to a wide range of titles, scope of practice, and attire, which is confusing to patients. This study aims to clarify patient perception and understanding of this attire, and ascertain if wearing an 'advanced nurse' uniform promotes or detracts from care provision.
REC name
HSC REC A
REC reference
15/NI/0201
Date of REC Opinion
14 Sep 2015
REC opinion
Favourable Opinion