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Contemporary Challenges and Evolving Roles in Nursing Education and Practice

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Nursing remains central to healthcare delivery, yet in countries like Pakistan, systemic barriers such as underinvestment, stigma, and limited clinical exposure hinder workforce development. This multi-themed compilation explores critical areas in nursing education and practice, highlighting challenges and solutions to building a resilient, patient-centered nursing workforce. A study on electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) among 107 nursing students in Lahore revealed prevalent misconceptions, stressing the need for enhanced mental health education. Similarly, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training at S.V. Memorial College, Amritsar demonstrated significant knowledge gains post-intervention, reinforcing the value of early emergency preparedness education. A systematic review on burnout found high stress levels among nursing students due to academic overload and clinical fatigue, exacerbated by personal and environmental stressors. Patient satisfaction studies at Saidu group of teaching hospital (SGTH) and Children’s hospital Lahore emphasized the importance of communication, empathy, and privacy, while another study exposed underreporting of needlestick injuries, highlighting occupational safety gaps. A survey in Swat identified intrinsic motivation and role models as key factors influencing nursing career choices. Qualitative findings on leadership barriers, resource scarcity, gender bias, and political interference further revealed structural issues affecting nursing effectiveness. Modern approaches, including simulation-based training for workplace violence and digital engagement through nursefluencers, showed promise in shaping professional identity. Additionally, wildfire smoke exposure studies underlined the urgent need for adaptable, environment-informed nursing strategies. Strategically enhancing nursing leadership, addressing stigma, improving training, and aligning curricula with modern realities will help shape a resilient and empowered nursing workforce, ready to meet the healthcare demands of tomorrow.

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