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Stress management protocol for nurses working in the COVID-19 wards
Leila Valizadeh1, Vahid Zamanzadeh2, Hossein Namdar Areshtanab3
1Department of Pediatric Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.
Heliyon
|May 1, 2023
Summary
A new stress management protocol was developed for nurses in COVID-19 wards. This evidence-based guideline aims to support nurses
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Public Health
- Evidence-Based Practice
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic created unprecedented stress for nurses.
- A lack of comprehensive, applied guidelines necessitated immediate support strategies.
- Nurses in COVID-19 wards require tailored stress management interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an evidence-based stress management protocol for nurses working in COVID-19 wards.
- To address the critical need for immediate support strategies during the pandemic.
- To provide a practical guideline grounded in the best available scientific evidence.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive, methodological, and validation study using the Stetler model.
- Comprehensive literature review to identify stress resources and coping solutions.
- Evidence appraisal, protocol design, quality appraisal (AGREE II), and nurse focus group validation.
Main Results:
- 28 relevant articles were selected from 184 studies.
- The "Stress Management Protocol for Nurses Working in COVID-19 Wards" was designed in six sections.
- Expert panel and nurse feedback indicated feasibility and areas for refinement.
Conclusions:
- The developed protocol offers a structured approach to managing nurse stress in critical care settings.
- Effective implementation requires strategic planning by healthcare system officials.
- The protocol aims to enhance nurse self-efficacy and support during crises.
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