Challenges and Counteracting Strategies Including Optimum Health Service Practices for Frontline Nurses During the...

Area of Science:

• Infectious Diseases
• Public Health
• Nursing

Background:

• Monkeypox (mpox) is an evolving infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus (MPXV).
• The World Health Organization declared mpox a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) in July 2022, a status since terminated.
• As of July 2023, over 88,000 cases were reported globally, highlighting the impact of the outbreak and the critical role of nurses.

Purpose of the Study:

• To update on the challenges faced by frontline nurses during the 2022 mpox outbreak.
• To propose potential solutions to mitigate these difficulties.
• To envision a more resilient healthcare system for future public health challenges.

Main Methods:

• A narrative brief report methodology was employed.
• Comprehensive analysis and synthesis of relevant literature.
• Consideration of hypothetical scenarios to develop practical strategies.

Main Results:

• Frontline nurses encountered enormous difficulties while managing the mpox outbreak.
• Understanding nurses' perspectives on their health issues and concerns is vital.
• The need for optimum health service practices, safety measures, and mental support for nurses was identified.

Conclusions:

• Nurses' health issues and concerns require appropriate attention through optimal health service practices and safety measures.
• Mental well-being support, including counseling and workshops, is necessary for nurses handling mpox patients.
• A resilient healthcare system necessitates prioritizing the well-being and safety of frontline healthcare workers.