Organizational Issues Research Articles

Perinatal care in the earthquake disaster of the century: Nurses’ and midwives’ experiences

AbstractAimTo determine the experiences of nurses and midwives providing perinatal care in an earthquake area.BackgroundOn February 6, 2023, two earthquakes measuring 7.8 and 7.6 magnitudes struck Turkey, affecting a large area. It is crucial for perinatal care to be rapidly organized, provided under the most suitable conditions, and delivered by qualified health professionals. Understanding the post‐disaster experiences of nurses and midwives is crucial to addressing this issue.MethodThis is a qualitative study using phenomenological methodology with 8 nurses and 12 midwives in the earthquake‐affected area. Personal information and semistructured interview forms were used for data collection. Content analysis was used for data analysis.ResultsParticipants had a mean age of 33.75 years. The experiences of nurses and midwives were grouped into five themes: emotions experienced, challenges encountered, problems in perinatal services, coping mechanisms, and recommendations. The emotions experienced theme encompasses both positive and negative emotions. The challenges encountered theme includes challenging environmental conditions, organizational issues, problems with medical supplies and drugs, and being a victim of the earthquake. The problems in perinatal services theme includes pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum services. The coping mechanism's theme encompasses problem‐focused and emotion‐focused coping strategies. The recommendations theme includes education and awareness, preparedness for disasters, and sustainable services.Implications for nursing/midwifery and health policyNurses and midwives working in the earthquake‐affected area experienced numerous physical and psychological challenges and encountered difficulties in delivering health services. A disaster education course including simulated disaster drills and practice can be integrated into the education system. Strengthening healthcare facilities against disasters and raising awareness among the community are crucial.

Learning Object Repository Systems and Their Use in Greek Education

The article explores how modern information and communication technologies (ICT) enhance educational quality, emphasizing the importance of pedagogically sound applications to address the limitations of traditional educational systems. While ICT offers considerable benefits, such as increased engagement and support for collaborative learning, the integration of these technologies in education presents challenges, including disparities in access and shifts in learning methodologies. The concept of Open Educational Resources (OER) is highlighted as a transformative approach, allowing for the creation and sharing of diverse learning materials, which are crucial for promoting accessibility and equity in education. Additionally, the article discusses organizational development issues that schools face when implementing ICT, such as the need for adaptive school cultures, leadership support, and the alignment of school policies with ICT goals. It also presents examples of digital repositories and open educational resources, like Project Gutenberg, ERIC, and MIT OpenCourseWare, which provide free access to educational materials. In Greece, national projects have introduced digital literacy into the school community, with repositories such as Photodentro LOR and Helios, supporting the country's commitment to digital education aligned with the European Digital Agenda.

Barriers to Recruitment and Retention Among Underrepresented Populations in Cancer Clinical Trials: A Qualitative Study of the Perspectives of Clinical Trial Research Coordinating Staff at a Cancer Center.

Although US research agencies have instituted peer review processes to require participant diversity in clinical trials before funding decisions are made, the underrepresentation of certain populations (eg, racial and ethnic minorities) in clinical trials remains a persistent challenge in biomedical research. This issue has the potential to affect the generalizability of findings and impede efforts to ensure the provision of high-quality healthcare across all populations. In this study, we examined barriers to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented populations in cancer clinical trials from the perspective of research coordinating staff. Semi-structured interviews were conducted at a US-based academic cancer center and included 6 patient-facing staff (clinical research coordinators) and 6 non-patient-facing staff (regulatory and financial specialists). Interview data were subjected to thematic analysis. To provide additional organizational context, descriptive data were obtained on the characteristics of clinical trials undertaken at the cancer center. The following themes emerged from the staff interviews: 1) absence of a consistent structure for decision-making and problem-solving related to recruitment and retention, 2) staff shortages, 3) administrative burden, and 4) lack of resources. In addition, descriptive data revealed that nearly half the trials, 64/134 (48%), offered informed consent only in English, and only 3/134 (2%) offered participant incentives or reimbursement (eg, for transportation). These interrelated organizational issues were indicative of inadequate systems for ensuring diverse and equitable representation in cancer clinical trials. Results indicate that overcoming barriers to underrepresentation may require dedicated support from sponsoring agencies in the form of evidence-based guidelines, learning collaboratives to facilitate implementation, technical support, resources, and oversight. For progress to be made therefore, both sponsors and cancer centers may need to assume joint responsibility for the implementation of effective systems for ensuring diverse and equitable representation in cancer clinical trials.

Identifying patterns of change in traffic flows’ parameters depending on the organization of public transport movement

This study examines the issue of traffic organization on sections of city streets, in which there are public transport stop zones of different configurations (with a drive-in pocket and along a traffic lane). Accordingly, the object of research is the parameters of traffic flows; the subject is the regularities in their change on such specific sections of the street-road network, taking into account the configuration of stops, the number of traffic lanes, and priority conditions for the movement of public transport. The task addressed in this work was the quantitative assessment of the efficiency of traffic management in public transport stop zones. It was also important to compare different configurations of street segments in terms of their impact on delays of private and public transport. As a result of the research, the speed and time characteristics of the traffic flow and their dependence on its composition and intensity for different number and specialization of traffic lanes, as well as the location of the public transport stop, were determined. The resulting quantitative indicators of delays of all types of transport for each modeling option made it possible to determine the best of them according to the criterion of minimal time loss. This applies to both private and public transport, as the values of delays may differ from each other by 10–50 %. An applied aspect related to using the scientific result is the possibility of justifying the number of traffic lanes, or their allocation for public transport, as well as determining the appropriate configuration of stops. This constitutes the prerequisites for the transfer of the scientific results to the relevant interested structures in the field of transport, which are responsible for the organization and safety of traffic under urban conditions

Issues of Stage Space Organization in the System of Education of Future Choreographer

The article reveals the issues of spatial organization of a ballet performance and the specificity of compositional thinking of the future choreographer based on the spectacular nature of the theatrical image. We analyze the various components of spatiality created by the architectural environment of the stage, sculptural volume and angles of performers, color lighting, coloring, and linear perspective necessary for the competent and expressive construction of a choreographic work in the educational system. We analyze the educational methodology of compositional construction of the stage space: frontal, constructive, coloristic, and decorative levels, as shown by the most representative examples of the construction of ballet scenography created at the turn of the 19th–20th centuries. We emphasize the importance of studying and researching the spatial possibilities of the stage that enhance staging culture in the training process of choreographer directors.

Analysis of Enterprise Internet of Things Maturity Models: A Review

Maturity models are valuable tools when assessing the readiness and progress of technology incorporation in organizations, providing information for decision-making, resource allocation, and competitive advantage. The Internet of Things is a technology paradigm of global importance, especially for organizations, as it supports productivity improvements, real-time analysis, and customer satisfaction. Therefore, adopting and implementing this technology in enterprises brings several challenges, such as technological, organizational, security, and maturity issues. However, secondary studies that systematically compile the existing literature on these specific mechanisms for the enterprise domain are still being determined. This article aims to address this knowledge gap by conducting a review to deepen and synthesize the existing knowledge. This research followed established methodologies and protocols to synthesize and analyze the state of the art in the area; 489 documents were retrieved from seven bibliographic databases, and, applying inclusion and exclusion criteria, 36 primary studies were selected. The results indicate that the typical structures of maturity models incorporate technological, organizational, human, performance, and security dimensions through graded levels that denote the sophistication of the Internet of Things. Measurement techniques and metrics vary from model to model. There are few empirical validations or standardized improvement frameworks. The main conclusion is that there is a diversity of models, dimensions, indicators, and methods and a need for more comprehensive, adaptable, and user-friendly tools to help companies assess their Internet of Things maturity and inform future development strategies.

A multicriteria decision-making model for risk management in an integrated management system

PurposeThis paper proposes a multicriteria model for risk management to identify and assess risks associated with an integrated management system (IMS). The main benefit of the proposed model is its systemic and logical visualization, which may facilitate the understanding of this proposal’s practical application.Design/methodology/approachThe research design consists of four stages: (1) conduct a literature review to establish risk management models in IMS; (2) collect data concerning risk management models in IMS from a large multinational automotive company; (3) propose a multicriteria model to define and assess risks as well as prioritize mitigation actions and (4) apply the proposed multicriteria model to the data collected in case-based research to evaluate the practical viability of the model to contribute to methods traditionally used.FindingsThe results showed that the proposed risk management model contributes to more reliable decision-making in an IMS. The application of the proposed model identified 85 risks in the total processes of the IMS, 31 of which were classified as high risk; thus, priority actions to be taken were defined. The risk classification and prioritization facilitated the implementation of measures to mitigate or eliminate risks, as pointed out by the company managers.Research limitations/implicationsOne of the limitations is the fact that specific knowledge is required to maintain and update the multicriteria decision-making tool used in this study. Another one implies the approach to managing risks under the different ISO standards and sector-specific requirements, since this may require updates and customization of the proposed risk management model.Practical implicationsThe implementation of IMS in contemporary business environments can be supported by a robust risk management approach. In addition, it provides the leadership with a holistic view of multiple aspects related to a company and fosters continuous improvement.Social implicationsThe social implications of this study are assessed indirectly. This study contributes to the improvement of company management models.Originality/valueTraditionally, the methods used for risk management in IMS are usually applied independently of techniques such as failure mode and effect analysis. The model developed in this work enables to manage risks continuously to achieve a systemic view of organizational issues and greater transparency of the processes.

A Conceptual Model of the Relationship between Quality of Work Life and Employee Engagement among Telecommunication Call Center Employees in Malaysia

Employee engagement has been one of the deepest issues for organizations. Organizations are currently struggling to survive due to the tough current economic environment, whereas the only tool for the organization to achieve a competitive advantage is by engaging employees to foster a competitive edge in the marketplace. Previous studies discovered that employee engagement in Malaysia is still steadily improving but falling behind its neighboring countries, including Indonesia and the Philippines, with the result rising only by four points to 63%. In addition, it was revealed that our country still ranks among the lowest in the region. This study focuses on employee engagement among call centers at selected telcos in Malaysia. There are many theoretical approaches to examining the quality of work life and employee engagement. Hence, this study adopted the Spillover Theory and Self-Determination Theory to explain the relationship between independent variables and employee engagement.

EDUCATIONAL PROBLEMS AND NEEDS OF TRIBAL STUDENTS AT THE SECONDARY LEVEL IN ALIPURDUAR DISTRICT, WEST BENGAL, INDIA

India is home to over 84.4 million tribal people, or Adivasis, who represent some of the country's poorest communities, still reliant on traditional practices such as hunting, agriculture, and fishing, with distinct cultures, languages, and lifestyles. In West Bengal's Alipurduar District, over 80% of the population belongs to ethnic tribes. This study investigates the educational problems and needs of secondary-level tribal students in Alipurduar, focusing on gender differences. A survey of 60 students was conducted using the standardized "Educational Problems Questionnaire" and a self-developed "Educational Needs Questionnaire." The findings revealed that 51% of students face challenges in teaching methods, 54% in the social and educational environment, 56% in organizational and administrative issues, and 59% due to cultural and historical factors. Additionally, 48% of respondents expressed educational needs related to school education, 55% expressed societal support, and 44% expressed family involvement. These results underscore the importance of addressing the specific educational challenges faced by tribal students to promote equitable learning outcomes.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0710/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

Unlocking mental well-being: The role of workplace social support and organisational justice in the public service

Research purpose: This study sought to determine the relationship between public service employee’s mental health accounting for the role of organisational justice and workplace social support.Motivation for the study: Calls exist to understand issues of mental health within the confines of the organisation.Research approach/design and method: A survey approach utilising a convenience sample of 289 public service employees as respondents was utilised. The location of the study was the Eastern Cape province, South Africa.Main findings: The findings show that workplace social support has a direct and positive relationship with employee mental health. Organisational justice has no significant relationship with employee mental health. Workplace social support was found to fully mediate the relationship between organisational justice and employee mental health.Practical/managerial implications: Strategies can be put in place that inform the promotion of mental health with the public service. These include the need for support services to promote mental health to address organisational issues that impede the pathway of such interventions.Contribution/value-add: The findings proffer useful precursors to interventions that address the challenge of mental health.

Navigating Communication in Nursing Homes During COVID-19: Perspectives From Families, Healthcare Professionals, and Managers in Southern Switzerland-A Qualitative Study.

This study aims to understand the effectiveness and challenges of communication strategies implemented to maintain contact between nursing home (NH) residents and their families during the COVID-19 pandemic, by considering the perspectives of families, healthcare professionals, and NH managers. Using a qualitative research design, the study analyzed in-depth semi-structured interviews with key stakeholders (N = 34), including family members, NH staff, and managers. The study found that communication strategies like video calls, telephone calls, and window visits were generally appreciated and facilitated contact between residents and their families. However, challenges emerged around technical and organizational issues. Both internal and external stakeholders concurred that an increase in technological and human resources was necessary to alleviate these challenges. The study underscores the importance of innovative and flexible communication strategies to sustain connections between NH residents and their families in crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Future readiness calls for increased investment in human and technical resources, and a commitment to understanding and addressing the diverse communication needs of NH residents.

Patient-Centered Healthare as Part of Medical Corporate Culture

Patient-centered medicine is a relatively new model for planning, implementing, and evaluating healthcare services. It is based on mutually beneficial partnerships between healthcare providers, patients, and their families. However, the existing models of patient-centered healthcare have a number of disadvantages. The article introduces patient-centered healthcare as part of corporate culture adopted by various medical organizations. The authors developed a component model for the empirical study of patient-centered healthcare in terms of corporate culture. It involved five components, i.e., corporate culture, attitude to patient, attitude to work / professional image, adherence to ethical principles, and motivation. The model was tested using assessment methods developed by the authors, as well as using the Questionnaire of Professional Motivation by K. Zamfir as modified by A. A. Rean and the Mouton-Blake Corporate Culture Test. The sample involved 267 medical employees of urban medical organizations, Primorye Region. The respondents demonstrated a general understanding of patient-centered approach, which they interpreted as communication skills with patients. The dominant culture was that of task, which allowed medical staff to achieve their goals through collective decisions and mutual assistance. However, this mutual assistance was mandated to them due to the lack of personnel. The model demonstrated a good potential for yielding psychological and organizational technologies for training, support, and correction of patient-centered issues in medical organizations.

Подходы в совершенствовании нормативной базы в отношении применения мультифокальных интраокулярных линз при хирургическом лечении катаракты

Ultrasound phacoemulsification with intraocular lens (IOL) implantation is the “gold standard” for cataract treatment. Considering the existing requirements for the quality of vision after surgery, there is an increasing demand from patients for IOL implantation, which provides comfortable vision not only at a long distance, but also at a short one without the use of reading glasses (IOL with multifocal properties). The analysis of the existing regulatory framework regarding the possibility and obligation of using this medical product in the provision of specialized medical care – surgical treatment of cataract within the framework of the state guarantee program shows the possibility of using this consumable material without the obligation of the medical organization to consider the wishes of the patient. The change in the structure of the payment tariff for medical care for patients with cataract in 2023, the reduction in the tariff for providing specialized medical care to patients with uncomplicated forms affected the availability of multifocal IOL for patients without specifying the way to obtain this type of service, which makes it relevant to analyze approaches to improving the regulatory framework regarding the use of multifocal intraocular lenses in cataract surgical treatment. There are unsettled clinical, organizational, and economic issues regarding the use of multifocal intraocular lenses (artificial lenses) in the surgical treatment of cataract. There are various approaches (clinical-organizational, economic, legal, information) to improving the regulatory framework, but the approach of decision makers should be complex based on a comprehensive assessment of the economic, clinical, and technological components. Approaches are only a means to achieve a goal: the development of a multifunctional system of state guarantees in the provision of medical services, rational use of available resources.

To What Extent Can Digital Health Technologies Comply With the Principles of Responsible Innovation? Practice-and Policy-Oriented Research Insights Regarding an Organisational and Systemic Issue

Background: Digital health technologies (DHTs) have expanded exponentially since the COVID-19 crisis and have prompted questions about their impact across all levels of health systems. Because health organisations and systems play a central role in the success or failure of the transition to more equitable and sustainable societies, the concept of Responsible Innovation in Health (RIH), focused on aligning the processes and outcomes of innovation with societal values, is gaining interest in research, policy, and practice. This study aims to explore enablers and constraints to the development, procurement and/or utilisation of responsible DHTs in health organisations. Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 29 stakeholders concerned with the development, procurement, and/or utilisation of DHTs in a large Canadian academic health centre. Data were thematically analysed through a mixed deductive-inductive process using the RIH framework. Results: Our findings highlight that the consideration of RIH principles in the development, procurement, and/or utilisation of DHTs depends mainly on organisational and systemic factors and conditions, namely: (1) the presence of an organisational culture that promotes RIH in its innovation-related practices and processes; (2) availability of material and financial resources as well as expertise in certain fields (eg, environmental sustainability); (3) the evolution of health technology assessment (HTA) practices to include other dimensions beyond effectiveness, safety, and costs; (4) the scope of the regulatory and legal frameworks that govern the approval and use of DHTs; and (5) the role of the market (eg, venture capital) in the design of federal and provincial innovation policies. Conclusion: This study provides insights on practice, policy, and political issues that health organisations may face in the development, procurement, and/or utilisation of responsible DHTs. It can help scholars, practitioners, decision-makers, and industry to create the conditions for a better integration of RIH principles into health organisations and systems.

A Survey on Knowledge and Attitudes Towards Vaccination Against Herpes Zoster Virus Among Medical Oncologists for Patients with Solid Tumors.

Herpes zoster (HZ) virus reactivation is a significant medical problem among immunocompromised patients, especially considering its potential complications. Although the recombinant HZ vaccine has demonstrated > 90% efficacy against HZ in adults, its use is not as frequent as needed in daily oncology practice due to several barriers, including oncologists' knowledge, patients' willingness, and organizational issues. A web-based survey was sent to 139 oncologists treating solid tumors concerning their knowledge and attitudes toward the adjuvanted gE-based recombinant HZ vaccination. The survey included questions regarding the characteristics of medical oncologists participating, such as the type of hospital, main field of expertise, percent of work with patients, awareness of the HZ risk in cancer patients, knowledge of scientific data and scientific societies guidelines on HZ vaccination, familiarity with vaccinations, frequency of HZ detection in clinical practice, barriers, and challenges toward vaccine administration. Fifty-four physicians (46%; 95% CI 0.2918 to 0.5069) responded to all the questions. The main reason for non-response was the lack of time due to the overwhelming burden of assistance. When the survey was launched, 31 participants reported good knowledge of scientific and clinical data of HZ vaccines, 10% none, and 36 were aware of guidelines. Reported barriers included knowledge of the problem, patients' willingness, and organizational issues. Surveying medical oncologists on the adjuvanted gE-based recombinant HZ vaccination provides essential insights into their knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding vaccination for cancer patients. These data suggest that continuing medical education is necessary to implement HZ vaccination prescription among oncologists.

Physical abuse by staff and co-residents of older people and people with intellectual disabilities

Summary Physical abuse in care settings is a social problem with detrimental effects for residents, but effective prevention is dependent on staff reporting. In Sweden, designated officials, commonly social workers, are required to investigate reports of mistreatment. The aim of this study was to analyze what designated officials considered serious in reported incidents of physical abuse in two different care settings: care for older people and care for people with intellectual disabilities. Similar cases of physical abuse were chosen to demonstrate differences between judgments and provide a picture of how designated officials judge the relative seriousness of abusive situations. Interpretative content analysis and analytic induction were used to analyze reports of staff-to-resident abuse and resident-to-resident abuse in the two care areas. Findings There were no differences between incidents described as serious and those described as non-serious. Resident-to-resident abuse was the most commonly reported incident, particularly in dementia care and care for people with intellectual disabilities, and was rarely considered serious. Older people in dementia care were the highest risk group. In staff-to-resident abuse, staff were singled out as scapegoats. Organizational issues, rather than the details of abusive incidents, guided investigators’ judgments of seriousness. Tendencies to normalize violence and apply a narrow understanding of violence were found in the investigator’s judgments, particularly in resident-to-resident abuse. Applications Safeguarding adults from physical abuse in institutional settings is dependent on staff reporting and thorough investigations. This study shows that more training in assessing violence for social workers investigating reports is needed.

Sex Trafficking in Asia: A Review from Business and Organisational Perspectives

The sex trafficking industry has evolved into a persistent and globally prevalent problem, notably in Asia. It is fundamentally a business-oriented and profit-driven activity. Political, social, and economic issues influence the modus operandi of sex traffickers. The majority of existing studies on sex trafficking in Asia are studied from several viewpoints, including human rights, feminists, and migration, with the least emphasis on the traffickers’ economic and organisational issues. Therefore, this paper will discuss the root causes of sex trafficking in Asia and examine it from a business economic and organisational standpoint, by analysing extensive literature and examining primary and secondary sources. According to these sources, three important factors contribute to the crime of sex trafficking: the supply of potential victims for exploitation in the source countries, the constant demand for trafficked victims in the destination countries, and the presence of organised crime groups acting as intermediaries in the market-driven business enterprise.

Modern information technologies for studying the cost of working time as an important tool for effective management of business processes

Relevance. In the context of economic, social and socio-political changes, growth and increased competition, it is becoming increasingly interesting to study the issues of scientific organization and labor rationing, as well as factors affecting labor productivity, and, ultimately, the effectiveness and profitability of production processes in general. There is an objective need to improve not only the methods of managing the cost of working time, but also to skillfully apply modern digital technologies. That is why it is so important to develop and modify, in accordance with the requirements of the market environment, methods, tools and methods of analysis using artificial intelligence (AI) when studying the cost of working time of employees of an organization.The purpose is based on the study of theoretical and methodological approaches to improving the system of organization and rationing of labor, to provide a scientific justification for the relevance of the development of the processes of accounting for working hours of employees of the organization through the integration of modern information technologies.Objectives: to analyze the existing approaches to the organization and rationing of labor; to identify the potential of integrating modern information technologies into the processes of working time accounting; to develop practical recommendations for improving the system of accounting for the working hours of employees of the organization using modern information technologies.Methodology. The theoretical and practical basis for the study of modern approaches to the modernization of the system of organization and rationing of labor at the enterprise were the methods of analyzing literary sources, statistical data, expert assessments, as well as using an integrated approach.Results. The result of the research in the work is a comprehensive analysis of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in studying the cost of working time to modify the processes of rationing labor functions through the integration of information technologies.Conclusions. In the course of the study, we proved the positive effect of the introduction of modern information technology systems at the enterprise, as well as scientifically substantiated the relevance of the development of processes for analyzing the cost of working time and rationing employees of enterprises through the integration of modern information technologies.

Roles and experiences of nurses in primary health care during the COVID-19 pandemic: a scoping review

BackgroundNurses form the frontline of the healthcare system’s response to both epidemics and pandemics, and this was especially the case during the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Although the influence of COVID-19 on nursing roles has attracted interest, there is no integrated knowledge of nurses’ roles and experiences in primary health care settings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thus, this study identifies the roles and experiences of nurses in primary health care during the COVID-19 pandemic.MethodsA scoping review study design and the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology were used. The study searched five electronic databases (PubMed, CINAHL, EMBASE, Scopus, and PsychINFO) and included studies published in English from March 2020 to June 2023 that focused on the roles and experiences of nurses (participants) during COVID-19 (concept) in primary health care settings (context).ResultsFourteen articles were selected for review, involving a total of 1,487 nurses as study participants. The various roles undertaken by nurses in primary health care settings were categorized as comprehensive care providers, supporters and empowerers, coordinators and collaborators, information navigators, and change agents. Challenges and strategies are multilevel intrapersonal, interpersonal, organizational, community, and societal issues, but are not mutually exclusive.ConclusionsThe pandemic-induced challenges revealed primary health care nurses’ vital and indispensable roles and resilience. They also fostered a heightened awareness of technological influence on the progression of primary health care in the current milieu. Policymakers and healthcare organizations need to integrate primary health care nurses’ expanding and emerging roles within the scope of practice, ensuring their effective implementation without excessive regulatory constraints. This study emphasizes the importance of developing multilevel interventions to address the support needs of primary health care nurses through a system-based approach. Building a strong infrastructure to support nurses’ self-care, offering continuing professional development opportunities, and securing official government recognition will be essential for enhancing the resilience of primary healthcare nurses in preparation for future, potentially devastating pandemics.

Medical students’ knowledge on palliative care – a survey of teaching in Finland

Background Most studies on palliative medicine (PM) undergraduate education have focused on contents and organizational issues but not the outcome. Students’ learning outcomes should be studied to improve teaching in medical schools. Methods A questionnaire about perceived PM education and attitudes on palliative care (PC) was sent to 543 last year students in all five Finnish medical schools in 2018–2019. In total, 175 (32 %) responses were received from four universities. The students evaluated both the quantity and quality of their PM teaching, implementation of European Association for Palliative Care (EAPC) guidelines and their satisfaction to the training. There were two palliative case scenarios, and the students were asked to find the best treatment option. In addition, students´ attitudes towards end-of-life (EOL) care issues were examined. Results In the Finnish universities, PM education was available mainly integrated with oncology, geriatrics, and general medicine. A total of two universities also offered a specific PM course. In average, 50–70% of the EAPC curriculum was covered by lectures, small-group teaching, seminars, and bedside teaching with significant differences between faculties. Only 30–60 % of students were satisfied with the education received. The highest rankings were given in the universities with a special PM course. Students from these universities expressed less anxiety in facing EOL issues. Conclusions In Finland, the coverage of EAPC curriculum is satisfactory, but the PM education is mainly given integrated with other specialties. The dedicated course on PM was associated with increased perceived knowledge and satisfaction of PM education. However, PM training was not associated with students’ attitudes on PC.