TableĀ 2

Attributes and levels for nurse survey

AttributesLevels
The patient is invited to participateYes (1), no (2)
Number of nurses present at the handoverOnly the nurse leaving and the nurse coming on (1); the nursing team leaving and the team coming on (2)
Family member, carer or trusted friend of the patient allowed to be presentYes (1), no (1)
Level of patient involvementThe patient can hear what is said (3); the patient can hear what is said and is asked questions (2); the patient can hear what is said, is asked questions and can speak up at any time (1)
What information related to patient care is discussedInformation about the patient's medical condition only (2); information about the patient's medical condition and plan for care (1)
Confidentiality and privacySensitive information is handed over quietly at the bedside (3); sensitive information is handed over verbally away from the bedside (2); sensitive information is handed over in written form (1)