This is a survey of practicing nurses and social workers in 4 states representing different regions of the U.S., to describe the ethical issues they face in their practice, the amount of conflict they experience, their work environment, ethics resources and support, and job satisfaction. Survey was conducted in the spring of 2004. Data is currently being analyzed.

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National Institute of Health (NIH)
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Clinical Center (CLC)
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Intramural Research (Z01)
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1Z01CL010523-03
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7215861
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3
Fiscal Year
2005
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Clinical Center
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United States
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