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Exploring The Potential For Advanced Nursing Practice Role Development In Kenya: A Qualitative Study, Linda Anne East, John Arudo, Martha Loefler, Catrin Mai Evans
Exploring The Potential For Advanced Nursing Practice Role Development In Kenya: A Qualitative Study, Linda Anne East, John Arudo, Martha Loefler, Catrin Mai Evans
School of Nursing & Midwifery, East Africa
Background: Definitions of advanced nursing practice abound, yet little has been published concerning the context for advanced nursing in sub-Saharan Africa. This study set out to explore the existence of, and potential for, advanced nursing practice in Kenya.
Methods: Ten nurses were invited to participate in semi-structured qualitative interviews. Participants were purposively selected to provide insight into the practice of experienced nurses in urban, rural, community, hospital, public and private health care settings. Interview narratives were recorded, transcribed and subsequently analysed using a thematic approach.
Results: All participants reported that they were engaged in the delivery of expert, evidence-based care. …