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Lived Experiences of Never-Married Aging Nurses in Clinical Practice: A Qualitative Study

2026-03-03 nursing Title + abstract only
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The global nursing workforce is aging, yet limited research has explored the lived experiences of never married nurses entering midlife and later adulthood. Existing studies have primarily focused on burnout and retention, with less attention to the social and existential dimensions of aging without a spouse or children. This study aimed to explore the experiences of never married clinical nurses aged 40 years and older, focusing on perceptions of aging, professional identity, social support, an...

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