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Certified Nursing Assistants' Perceptions of a Traumatic Event in Long-Term Care: A Qualitative Pilot Study
Purpose:
Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) provide indispensable, direct care to residents in long-term care (LTC). When a traumatic event occurs, CNAs may be negatively affected. The purpose of the current qualitative pilot study was to explore the experiences of LTC CNAs who have experienced a traumatic event at work.
Method:
Two CNAs participated in semi-structured interviews via Zoom. An exemplar case was developed to describe one participant's story.
Results:
The exemplar case demonstrated the CNA's genuine concern for LTC residents, lack of support from management, and traumatic events' effects on the CNA.
Conclusion:
This study adds to the body of literature regarding LTC CNAs and provides a foundation for additional research of this population. It is essential that further research be conducted to better understand CNAs' experiences with traumatic events. [Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 51(7), 15-20.].
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