Unfinished Nursing Care in General Medical and Surgical Units: A Systematic Review

Key Points

• Unfinished nursing care leads to poorer patient outcomes and lower care quality in medical and surgical units.
• The review assessed outcomes linked to unfinished nursing care, identifying potential areas for improvement.
• Systematic review of existing literature covering diverse healthcare settings and nursing interventions was conducted.
• The findings suggest enhancements in nursing practices are needed to improve overall patient care quality.