Pros:
1. Increased availability of nurses in areas facing shortages 2. Exposure to cultural diversity and different approaches to healthcare 3. Economic benefits for countries exporting nurses
4. Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement for nurses 5. Improved quality of care and patient outcomes in recipient countries
Cons:
1. Brain drain and loss of skilled healthcare workers in source countries
2. Ethical concerns related to recruitment practices and potential exploitation of nurses 3. Cultural and language barriers that can impact patient care
4. Dependence on foreign healthcare workers instead of investing in domestic training and education 5. Potential displacement of local nurses and job market imbalance
context: https://qz.com/rich-countries-are-importing-a-solution-to-their-nursin-1850691166
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