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Psychological adaptation of nurses post-disaster
Issues in Mental Health Nursing
|July 1, 1992
Summary
Nurses faced significant psychological distress after Hurricane Hugo. This study recommends strategies to reduce stress for nurses during disaster response and recovery efforts.
Area of Science:
- Disaster nursing
- Emergency preparedness
- Public health
Background:
- Disasters disrupt essential services and family support systems.
- Nurses, as essential caregivers, face critical decisions during emergencies.
- Nurses are vulnerable to psychological distress post-disaster.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the responses of nurses after Hurricane Hugo.
- To identify factors contributing to nurse stress during disasters.
- To provide recommendations for mitigating nurse stress in disaster situations.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study describing nurse experiences.
- Post-disaster assessment of nursing responses.
- Analysis of challenges faced by nurses during Hurricane Hugo.
Main Results:
- Nurses experienced significant psychological distress.
- Disruptions in communication and resources exacerbated stress.
- Caregiving demands and personal losses impacted nurses' well-being.
Conclusions:
- Nurses require targeted support systems during and after disasters.
- Emergency preparedness plans should include provisions for nurse well-being.
- Recommendations focus on enhancing resilience and reducing psychological impact on nursing staff.