Emotional and psychological implications for healthcare professionals in disasters or mass casualties: A systematic review

Rodriguez‐Arrastia, Miguel; García-Martín, Manuel; Villegas-Aguilar, Esperanza; Ropero‐Padilla, Carmen; Martín-Ibáñez, Luis; Román, Pablo

doi:10.1111/jonm.13474

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“…As a result, effective psychological first-aid training is critical [ 25 – 26 ]. According to a recent systematic review, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoeducation, or meditation may assist nurses in overcoming their lack of emotional preparedness [ 27 ]. Furthermore, professional preparedness is essential for effective disaster response.…”

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Disaster literacy in disaster emergency response: a national qualitative study among nurses

Zhang,

Zhang

et al. 2024

BMC Nurs

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Background As the largest group of healthcare professionals, nurses play an indispensable and crucial role in disaster response. The enhancement of nurses’ disaster literacy is imperative for effective disaster emergency management. However, there is currently a lack of knowledge regarding nurses’ disaster literacy. This study represents the first attempt to explore the key components and characteristics of disaster literacy among nurses. Methods A qualitative descriptive design was employed, and the reporting followed the Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research (COREQ) guidelines (refer to File S1). The purposive sampling method was utilized. Thirty-one rescue nurses from 31 medical institutions across 25 provinces and regions in China were recruited to participate in the study. The respondents were requested to share their experiences and insights regarding disaster rescue operations. Inductive content analysis was employed for data examination. Results The results indicated that rescue nurses universally recognized that there was a pressing need to enhance the level of disaster literacy among nurses. The disaster literacy of nurses encompasses nine dimensions: physical and mental quality, disaster rescue general knowledge, professional and technical competence, professional ethics, teamwork, emotional ability, information literacy, leadership, and knowledge transformation. Conclusions To ensure national sustainability, government departments, healthcare organizations, and hospital administrators can accurately evaluate the disaster literacy of individual clinical nurses, groups, and the workforce as a whole through nine dimensions, which also can provide evidence to support the development of precision strategies to strengthen the disaster literacy of nurses.

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Disaster literacy in disaster emergency response: a national qualitative study among nurses

Zhang,

Zhang

et al. 2024

BMC Nurs

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“…Studies of memory recall amongst nurses after disaster events are not found. However, the emotional impact of disasters on nurses is sufficiently documented [49]. For this study, the time from the disaster event to the interview varied.…”

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Culture of Safety and Preparedness: Benefits of Applying a Daily Mitigation Mindset in the Hospital Setting

Griffin,

Dobalian,

Langan

et al. 2024

IJERPH

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Aim: Utilizing the subjective experience of nurse executives who have supervised nurses during a major disaster in a hospital setting, this study aims to describe the subjective experience of nurse executives (NE) who have supervised nurses’ responses to major disasters. This paper will focus on strategies to support nursing response to disasters, specifically to strengthen resiliency and the ability to maintain function despite the shock of a disaster, including those caused by climate change. Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 11 hospital-based nurse executives who supervised nurses during some of the worst natural and human-made disasters in different regions of the United States. A phenomenological approach was used to analyze and describe emerging themes from the qualitative data. Results: Three nurse executives demonstrated theme saturation for mitigation steps to augment traditional disaster readiness activities: (1) Assessment of human infrastructure: daily skills needed during disaster response; (2) Identification and study of failure points and metrics; (3) Strengthening human infrastructure: rectifying deficiencies; and (4) Monitoring metrics and making corrections during conventional periods. Conclusion: Mitigation steps may improve outcomes in hospital function during conventional times; therefore, these steps may improve resiliency and the ability to maintain functions during major disasters, including climate change.

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“…Nurses assess and prioritize patients, efficiently allocating resources to provide prompt care to those in critical needs. Additionally, they offer emotional support to survivors, providing reassurance and alleviating anxiety in chaotic circumstances [ 2 ]. With their expertise in psychological first aid and counseling, nurses help victims cope with the psychological aftermath of the disaster [ 3 ].…”

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Exploring the consequences of nurses’ involvement in disaster response: findings from a qualitative content analysis study

Farokhzadian,

Shahrbabaki,

Farahmandnia

et al. 2024

BMC Emerg Med

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Background The presence of nurses during disasters can lead to many consequences. Understanding the nurses’ experiences of these consequences can provide valuable insights. Therefore, this study was conducted to explore the experiences of Iranian nurses regarding the consequences they faced when being present during disasters. Methods This qualitative descriptive study employed a content analysis approach to examine the topic at hand. 20 nurses working in the emergency units of Kerman hospitals were selected through purposive sampling. In-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted to collect the data. The data were analyzed using qualitative content analysis proposed by Graneheim and Lundman. MAXQDA 10 was used to manage data. Results After analysis of the interviews, two main categories were identified: overlapping of job frustrations and acquiring experience in difficult conditions. The main category of acquiring experience in difficult conditions comprised the following subcategories: improved quality of care, experience and dedication in fulfilling the role, reduced stress, occupational motivation and enthusiasm, increased self-confidence, and improved social status. On the other hand, the category of overlapping of job frustrations also consisted of the subcategories of physical strength deterioration, psychological and emotional distress, discontinued from supports, feelings of hopelessness, increased exposure to violence and aggression, and occurrence of family problems. Conclusion Being present during disasters and obtaining the necessary competencies can have positive consequences that serve as turning points in the personal and professional growth of nurses. Additionally, favorable outcomes can help nurses cope with adverse circumstances. Managers can utilize the findings of this study to develop strategies aimed at reducing negative outcomes and enhancing positive ones among nurses during disasters.

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Emotional and psychological implications for healthcare professionals in disasters or mass casualties: A systematic review

Cited by 19 publications

References 46 publications

Disaster literacy in disaster emergency response: a national qualitative study among nurses

Disaster literacy in disaster emergency response: a national qualitative study among nurses

Culture of Safety and Preparedness: Benefits of Applying a Daily Mitigation Mindset in the Hospital Setting

Exploring the consequences of nurses’ involvement in disaster response: findings from a qualitative content analysis study

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