The Impact of Traumatic Stress, Resilience, and Threats to Core Values on Nurses During a Pandemic.
J Nurs Adm
; 52(10): 525-535, 2022 Oct 01.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-2051731
ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE:
The aim of this study was to understand the traumatic stress and resilience of nurses who cared for patients with COVID-19.BACKGROUND:
Studies have shown a high proportion of healthcare workers are at risk for developing posttraumatic stress disorder after a pandemic. Resilience factors are believed to play an important role in the well-being of healthcare professionals.METHODS:
This was a triangulated mixed methods study; a phenomenological qualitative approach with survey data was used to triangulate the findings, and sensemaking was used as the theoretical framework.RESULTS:
Four themes emerged from the study 1) phases of traumatic stress response to perceived threats; 2) honoring their sacrifice; 3) professional self-identity; and 4) sustaining resilience in a stressful work environment. Quantitative results on traumatic stress, general resilience, and moral resilience supported the themes.CONCLUSIONS:
The findings will help leaders understand the potential for postpandemic mental health problems and the role of resilience in maintaining well-being.
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Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic
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Resilience, Psychological
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COVID-19
Type of study:
Experimental Studies
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Observational study
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Prognostic study
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Qualitative research
Topics:
Long Covid
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
J Nurs Adm
Year:
2022
Document Type:
Article
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