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Occupational health problems among nurses.

C C Tan1

  • 1Health Services Division, Ministry of Health, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment & Health
|August 1, 1991
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Nurses face significant occupational health risks, including biological, chemical, physical, and psychosocial hazards. This review highlights key risks like hepatitis B, needlestick injuries, and stress, emphasizing the need for awareness and prevention strategies.

Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Nursing Practice
  • Healthcare Safety

Background:

  • Nurses are essential to healthcare delivery.
  • Nurses are exposed to diverse occupational health hazards.
  • These hazards impact nurse well-being and patient safety.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review common occupational health problems faced by nurses.
  • To categorize and exemplify biological, chemical, physical, and psychosocial hazards.
  • To emphasize specific risks such as hepatitis B, needlestick injuries, and stress.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of occupational health hazards in nursing.
  • Categorization of hazards into biological, chemical, physical, and psychosocial types.
  • Discussion of specific examples including infectious diseases, chemical exposures, physical strains, and psychological stressors.

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Main Results:

  • Nurses encounter significant risks including hepatitis B, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, and tuberculosis.
  • Exposure to cytotoxic drugs and anesthetic agents presents chemical hazards.
  • Physical hazards like needlestick injuries and back pain are prevalent.
  • Psychosocial hazards, notably stress, are a major concern for nursing staff.

Conclusions:

  • Occupational health is a critical concern for nurses.
  • Comprehensive strategies are needed to mitigate diverse workplace hazards.
  • Addressing biological, chemical, physical, and psychosocial risks is vital for nurse health and healthcare system integrity.