Journal of advanced nursing
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To develop a substantive theoretical explanation of how mentors make sense of their experiences where nursing students are on the borderline of achievement of competence in clinical practice. ⋯ We conclude that management of borderline assessment situations is considerably developed by recognition of the authorizing effects of a wider community of assessors. Consequently, we identify the personal, professional and organizational implications involved in the preparation, support and regulation of mentors specifically during borderline assessment circumstances.
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Review Comparative Study
What is the impact of shift work on the psychological functioning and resilience of nurses? An integrative review.
To synthesize existing research to determine if nurses who work shifts have poorer psychological functioning and resilience than nurses who do not work shifts. ⋯ More studies are required which directly compare the psychological outcomes and resilience of nurse shift workers with non-shift workers.