What is it about?
We looked at how nurses can work in different Southeast Asian countries and found that the rules and tests they face vary. We suggest making these rules more similar so nurses can help more people without confusion. In the current global health landscape, this is crucial.
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Why is it important?
Our study is unique in its focus on the urgent need to align nursing standards across ASEAN nations. This work can greatly facilitate nurse mobility, enhancing healthcare access and effectiveness in the region. In the current global health landscape, this is crucial. Anyone invested in improving healthcare in ASEAN will find our study essential.
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This publication tackles a vital issue in ASEAN healthcare: the need for uniform nursing standards. It could significantly improve healthcare access and quality by addressing disparities in qualifications and licensing. It's a valuable resource for policymakers and healthcare professionals interested in harmonizing nursing standards in the region.
Mr Ferry Efendi
Universitas Airlangga
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This page is a summary of: Nursing qualification and workforce for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Economic Community, Nursing Forum, January 2018, Wiley,
DOI: 10.1111/nuf.12243.
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