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ABSTRACT
Purpose
This study aimed to clarify the factors associated with Japanese nurses’ end-of-life decision-making support.
Design
Cross-sectional study.
Methods
An online survey was conducted among 278 nurses.
Findings
Significantly associated factors included visiting nursing, nursing experience duration, female sex, workshop participation, and time spent on end-of-life care.
Conclusion
Visiting nursing was the most significant factor associated with nurses’ end-of-lifedecision-making support.
Clinical Evidence
Consideration should be given to the curriculum in basic nursing education related to visiting nursing. It shouldinclude end-of-life care as well as resources for end-of-life decision-making to increase the number of patients who die in their preferred setting.
Disclosure Statement
No potential conflict of interest was reported by the author(s).