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[Risk factors of nurses' occupational adaptability]
Zhi-fang Zou1, Bo-ling Li, Wen-ying Yao
1Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, Guangdong College of Pharmacy, Guangzhou 510224, China.
Summary
Occupational adaptability in nurses is affected by risk factors like overtime and mental load. Enhancing social support can improve nurses
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Occupational Health
- Sociology
Context:
- Nursing profession faces challenges impacting adaptability.
- Occupational adaptability is crucial for nurse retention and performance.
Purpose:
- To identify factors influencing occupational adaptability in nurses.
- To provide a basis for interventions to enhance nurse adaptability.
Summary:
- A study of 545 nurses used the Work Ability Index and occupational stress instruments.
- Key factors affecting adaptability included overtime, mental load, social support, physical environment, and job hazards.
- Social support positively influenced occupational adaptability (P < 0.01, OR = 0.912).
Impact:
- Findings highlight the need for targeted strategies to mitigate risk factors.
- Interventions should focus on improving social support and managing workload to enhance nurse adaptability.
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