The impact and challenges of COVID-19 to nurses: Implications for learning

Abstract

COVID-19 has had a profound impact on society at all levels. A great deal of the impact is felt by those working in the healthcare sector. The current review reflects on the various issues that affect nurses during COVID-19. Issues such as the different emotions experienced by nurses with COVID-19 during the isolation and treatment process, the roles and responsibilities of nurses during COVID-19 pandemic, the psychological distress among nurses in the care of patients with COVID-19, and the various challenges faced by nurses during COVID-19 pandemic. In essence, nurses play a critical role and responsibilities during an emergency and disaster situations. Nurses serving patients in the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic are risking their lives at risk to be able to perform their duties causing tremendous fear of contracting the virus or transmitting it to other people. Therefore, continuous education is needed in other to prepare for the future.