handover duration, post-handover technical error and high risk
events.
3. Methods
Integrative review methodology was used to allow for the inclusion of both experimental and non-experimental research designs19 broadly summarising the current state of the science from existing research and to identifying gaps in the literature.19 This review process provides broad understanding of healthcare problems whilst identifying areas for future research focus, con- tributing to nursing science, with the potential to influence policy and nursing care.19,20
3.1. Literature search strategies
A systematic search of electronic databases including the Cumu- lative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL),