Experiences of geriatric nurses in nursing home settings across four countries in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.
J Adv Nurs
; 77(2): 869-878, 2021 Feb.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-910375
ABSTRACT
AIM:
To explore the emotional impact and experiences of geriatric nurses working in nursing homes and caring for patients with coronavirus 2019 disease (COVID-19).DESIGN:
This is a qualitative study with phenomenological method and data were gathered through in-depth interview.METHODS:
The experiences and expectations that nurses are facing during their care duties were explored via video conference, using a semi-structured interview guide. We have followed the Consolidated criteria for reporting qualitative research COREQ.RESULTS:
Interviews (N=24) were conducted with nurses from four countries (Spain, Italy, Peru, and Mexico) during April 2020. Three main categories were extracted fear of the pandemic situation, the sense of duty and professional commitment, and emotional exhaustion.CONCLUSIONS:
Regardless of the country and situation, in the face of the pandemic, dramatic situations have been experienced in nursing homes worldwide, with nursing staff feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, and reflection is urged on a global level to consider the most appropriate model of care in nursing homes.Keywords
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Collection:
International databases
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
COVID-19
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Geriatric Nursing
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Nursing Care
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Nursing Homes
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Nursing Staff, Hospital
Type of study:
Observational study
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Qualitative research
Limits:
Adult
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Aged
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Country/Region as subject:
South America
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Europa
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Mexico
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Peru
Language:
English
Journal:
J Adv Nurs
Year:
2021
Document Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Jan.14626
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