Measuring missed nursing care during the Covid-19 pandemic: methodological reflections

Missed care phe-nomenon has demonstrated an increasingly interest of the researchers over the years. Even during the pandemic peri-od, many studies have been published with the aim of describing missed care during this healthcare emergency. The comparative studies (Covid-19 versus non-Covid-19) were innovative; however, no important differences have emerged. On the other hand, many studies have been published with a descriptive intent, also in this case without highlighting substantial differences as compared to the pre-pandemic period. These findings bring out a series of methodological re-flections, which should be considered to advance research in this field.