Factors Associated with Nursing Workload in inpatient Services: A scoping review

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Authors: Alexander Casallas Vega, Judith Liliana Ortiz Mayorga, Lina María Vargas-Escobar, Kevin Julián Aya Roa, Andrea Quiñonez Mora, Genny Paola Fuentes Bermúdez
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Abstract

Objective: To describe the factors associated with the workload of nursing staff in inpatient services. Methods: A scoping review was conducted that included studies published between 2019 and 2025 in PubMed, LILACS, and Scopus. The research question was structured using the PICOT strategy, and articles were selected using Rayyan software. The information was organized into thematic categories according to the factors associated with workload.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Nursing education and management Occupational Health and Burnout Healthcare Operations and Scheduling Optimization

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Journal / source
OSF Preprints (OSF Preprints)
Publication date
10 March 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Preprint