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    • Healthcare Management
    • Psychology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly disrupted healthcare systems globally.
    • Healthcare staff exhibit erratic behaviors, indicative of psychological distress.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the association between the COVID-19 pandemic and the emergence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms.
    • To provide a theoretical framework for nurse leaders to understand PTSD in staff.
    • To suggest treatment modalities for managing PTSD-related behaviors in the workplace.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on pandemic-related psychological impacts.
    • Theoretical framework development for leadership.
    • Synthesis of existing PTSD treatment strategies.

    Main Results:

    • The pandemic is a significant stressor contributing to PTSD symptoms.
    • Erratic staff behaviors are recognized as potential PTSD manifestations.
    • A framework can aid nurse leaders in identifying and addressing PTSD.

    Conclusions:

    • Nurse leaders require tools to manage PTSD symptoms in healthcare staff.
    • Understanding the link between the pandemic and PTSD is crucial for effective intervention.
    • Workplace interventions can mitigate the impact of PTSD on healthcare professionals.