Sources of moral distress in nursing professionals: A scoping review

Nursing Ethics, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 11, 2025

This article presents a scoping review aimed at mapping the main sources of moral distress among nursing professionals. The was conducted according to Arksey and O’Malley methodology, using SPIDER framework guide systematic search in BVS, PubMed, PsycArticles, Scielo, Scopus databases. Initially, 2320 publications were identified. After application inclusion exclusion criteria, 83 studies selected for analysis terms their methodological characteristics, objectives, practice contexts, various facilitated grouping these into specific situations, reflecting challenges experienced by nurses under different settings. augments knowledge causes nursing, highlighting impact this phenomenon on physical mental health professionals, as well quality care provided.

Language: Английский

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Validation of the Canadian English and French Versions of the Fear of COVID-19 Scale in Quebec Nursing Staff

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 22(2), P. 297 - 297

Published: Feb. 17, 2025

Nursing staff have been at the forefront of pandemic, reporting high traumatic stress and anxiety levels related to fear COVID-19. Recommendations from previous studies include using Fear COVID-19 Scale (FCV-19S) as a screening tool identify any individuals who may benefit targeted psychological support. Thus far, accuracy Canadian English French versions FCV-19S detect symptoms has not examined. The objectives this methodological psychometric study were examine among nursing staff: (a) structure internal consistency (b) its ability in detecting symptoms. An anonymous online survey was distributed (n = 387) province Quebec (Canada). This included scales measuring their (PCL-5) (GAD-7). Exploratory factor analysis receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analyses performed. one-factor supported (Cronbach alpha 0.87). showed better for detection (area under curve (AUC) 0.75 [95% CI 0.68, 0.82]) comparison (AUC 0.65 0.60, 0.74]). adaptation use future pandemic context.

Language: Английский

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Perceived Stress and Psychological Distress among Chinese Nurses: The Mediating and Moderating Roles of Psychological Flexibility and Insomnia

Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: April 22, 2025

Background Nurses working in high-stress clinical environments are particularly vulnerable to psychological distress. While perceived stress plays a central role distress, the mechanisms underlying this association remain unclear. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted with sample of 2,951 nurses China. Psychological distress measured using Kessler Distress Scale, Chinese Perceived Stress flexibility Comprehensive Assessment ACT Processes, and insomnia Insomnia Severity Index. Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlations, moderated mediation analyses Hayes' PROCESS macro were employed for data analysis. Results Moderate severe observed 62.2% nurses. strongly positively correlated (r = 0.75, p < .01), whereas negatively both -0.72, .01) -0.68, .01). The results analysis showed that mediated 47.64% total effect on Moderation intensified direct (β_{non−insomnia} 0.25, t 20.92, .001; β_insomnia 0.33, 22.68, .001) indirect -0.12, -10.82, -0.17, -11.61, .001), stronger associations group compared non-insomnia group. Conclusions findings revealed high prevalence among significantly association. Furthermore, impact These underscored importance targeted interventions addressing sleep disturbances enhancing mitigate professions such as nursing. Trial registration: approved by Ethics Committee Health Science Center, Xi’an Jiaotong University (No. 2020–1336), complied Declaration Helsinki.

Language: Английский

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Psychological distress, depression symptoms and fatigue among Quebec nursing staff during the COVID‐19 pandemic: A cross‐sectional study

Nursing Open, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 9(3), P. 1744 - 1756

Published: Feb. 23, 2022

Abstract Aim To describe the state of health Quebec nursing staff during pandemic according to their exposure COVID‐19, work‐related characteristics and sociodemographic factors (gender, generational age group). State was captured essentially by assessing psychological distress, depression symptoms fatigue. Design methods A large‐scale cross‐sectional study conducted with 1,708 nurses licenced practical in (87% women, mean 41 ± 11 years). The survey included several questionnaires validated health‐related scales (psychological fatigue). STROBE guidelines were followed reporting study's findings. Results showed that prevalence distress moderate severe. Women, generation Xers Yers, who cared for COVID‐19 patients those a colleague infected at work scored higher fatigue, depression.

Language: Английский

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Prevalence and Determinants of COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance in South East Asia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of 1,166,275 Respondents

Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 7(11), P. 361 - 361

Published: Nov. 9, 2022

Despite its importance in guiding public health decisions, studies on COVID-19 vaccination acceptance and determinants South East Asia (SEA) are lacking. Therefore, this study aims to determine the prevalence of vaccine variables influencing vaccine’s acceptance. This review is registered under PROSPERO CRD42022352198. We included that reported from all SEA countries, utilising five academic databases (Pubmed, MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, Science Direct, Google Scholar), three Indonesian (the Scientific Journal Database, Neliti, Indonesia One Search), two pre-print (MedRxiv BioRxiv), Thailand (ThaiJo Thai-Journal Citation Index). The analysis was conducted using STATA 17.0 with metaprop commands. for 71% (95%CI 69–74; I2 99.87%, PI: 68.6–73.5). Myanmar achieved highest prevalence, 86% 84–89), followed by Vietnam 82% (95% CI 79–85; 99.04%) Malaysia 78% 72–84; 99.88%). None ten studied (age, sex, education, previous infections, smoking marriage status, insurance, living together, chronic diseases, healthcare workers) were significantly associated result will be useful uptake SEA.

Language: Английский

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Mindfulness dan Depresi pada Tenaga Kesehatan

WACANA, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 16(2), P. 122 - 122

Published: Aug. 12, 2024

Tenaga kesehatan mengalami beragam tekanan yang dapat meningkatkan risiko depresi. Penelitian ini menginvestigasi hubungan antara tingkat mindfulness dan depresi pada tenaga kesehatan. Pendekatan kuantitatif korelasional digunakan dengan data dikumpulkan melalui formulir online dari 72 responden Instrumen adalah Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ) untuk mengukur Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II) Hasil menunjukkan adanya negatif signifikan (r = -0,384, p <0,05). Temuan bahwa semakin tinggi berkaitan rendahnya Tingkat sebaliknya. Implikasi penelitian menyoroti pentingnya memperhatikan kesejahteraan mental pengembangan program intervensi

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Our New Normal: Pediatric Nurse Residents’ Experiences with Transition to Practice during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Healthcare, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 12(12), P. 1159 - 1159

Published: June 7, 2024

This phenomenological qualitative study examined the lived experience of pediatric nurse residents' transition to practice during COVID-19 pandemic. The purposive sample included nine nurses, participating in a residency program, who entered nursing profession first year setting was free-standing, Magnet-recognized, academic medical center Northeastern U.S. Individual interviews were audio recorded and transcribed. Narratives analyzed using hermeneutic approach. Five themes emerged from data: Our New Normal; Rules Keep Changing; I'm Not Ready for (transition practice); Toll COVID; Shattered Family-Centered Care. Sub-themes COVID theme: Nursing Care Environment, Emotional COVID, Burnout: A Universal Truth, Pandemic within Pandemic. narratives uncovered essence their uncertainty, sorrow, growth, resilience. Through eyes residents, this illuminated experiences these novices as they amid

Language: Английский

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The Examination of Psychological Distress in Hospital Nurses in Iraq: A Cross‐Sectional Study

Nursing Forum, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 2024(1)

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

Background: Psychological distress is expressed as a sign that may lead to the development of some psychological disorders. Nurses face work‐related difficulties, and it important determine level before leads problems. The aim this study examine in nurses working hospitals Iraq. Methods: This cross‐sectional was carried out with 315 volunteer Babylon, Iraq, between January May 2022. Data were collected using Sociodemographic Characteristics Form Kessler Distress Scale (K6). analysis included descriptive statistical methods (numbers, percentages, min‐max values, mean, standard deviation), Mann–Whitney U test for difference two independent groups comparison quantitative data, Kruskal–Wallis H more than groups. In case difference, Bonferroni correction employed find group caused difference. Results: mean score on K6 19.26 ± 6.14 total scale, 6.34 2.13 anxiety subdimension, 13.92 4.17 depression subdimension. There statistically significant nurses’ scores according their age, gender, work experience, weekly hours, department, status shift ( p < 0.05). Conclusion: high. Mental health protection improvement interventions can be performed increase mental well‐being. Through these interventions, positive contributions made quality care by acting early disorders develop. design workplace support programs recommended.

Language: Английский

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Visibility and Accessibility of Hand Hygiene Stations and Fatigue Among Nurses Working in Long-Term Care (LTC) During the COVID-19 Pandemic

HERD Health Environments Research & Design Journal, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 16(2), P. 24 - 37

Published: Jan. 23, 2023

Objectives: Evaluate the relationship between nurses’ perception of long-term care (LTC) environment, specifically having visible and accessible hand hygiene stations (HHS), fatigue during COVID-19 pandemic. Background: LTC nurses experience not only heavy workloads but also a high risk infection Few studies have evaluated safety measures such as HHS fatigue. Methods: The cross-sectional Impact on Nurses Study (COINS) was an online survey distributed to members American Association Post-Acute Care Nursing through REDCap platform, June 1, 2020, January 31, 2021. Logistic regression modeling conducted identify among nurses. Results: majority nurse respondents (78.35%) reported moderate very severe who enough in their work environment statistically significantly higher odds (odds ratio [ OR] = 0.37, 95% confidence interval [CI] [0.20, 0.70], p .002) reporting experiencing compared perceived there adequate HHS. logistic is significant while controlling for sociodemographic differences, guilt family patients, support from work, future LTC. Conclusions: This study reveals that incorporates better considerations more might mitigate A conceptual framework has been proposed studies.

Language: Английский

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Psychological Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Canadian Healthcare Workers

Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 65(9), P. e580 - e586

Published: June 19, 2023

The aim of the study is to describe mental health impacts COVID-19 pandemic and identify roles that predict distress among Canadian healthcare workers (HCWs).Using data from three cross-sectional surveys, we compared 799 HCWs demographically matched controls with without patient contact. Participants completed validated measures depression, anxiety, trauma-related stress, alcohol problems, coping self-efficacy, sleep quality.Non-HCWs reported more depression anxiety in Fall 2020 problems Fall/Winter 2021 than HCWs. In Winter 2020-2021, stress non-HCWs. As early 2021, direct contact worse symptoms across nearly all without.Although did not report similar peers, supports are needed for providing care.

Language: Английский

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