Assessment of Psychological Distress and Resilience Among Emergency Department Nurses in Tertiary Healthcare Institutions in Nigeria
Background
Emergency department nurses routinely manage critically ill patients, traumatic injuries, and high-stress situations. Continuous exposure to emotionally demanding circumstances can increase psychological distress and negatively affect professional performance. Resilience has been identified as an important protective factor that enables nurses to adapt effectively to workplace stressors. Understanding the prevalence of psychological distress and resilience levels among emergency nurses is crucial for developing supportive workplace interventions.
Research Objectives
- Determine the prevalence of psychological distress among emergency nurses.
- Assess resilience levels among participants.
- Examine occupational factors associated with psychological distress.
- Evaluate the relationship between resilience and distress.
- Identify predictors of psychological wellbeing.
Research Questions
- What is the prevalence of psychological distress among emergency nurses?
- What are the resilience levels of participants?
- Which occupational factors contribute to distress?
- How does resilience influence psychological wellbeing?
- What factors predict psychological distress?
Suggested Methodology
A hospital-based cross-sectional study will be conducted among emergency department nurses. Validated psychological assessment tools will be used. Data will be analyzed using correlation and regression analyses.
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