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Decision fatigue significantly impairs nurses' ability to make optimal choices, negatively affecting patient care and safety. Addressing this cognitive challenge is crucial for nurse well-being and healthcare quality.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Science
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • Decision fatigue is a critical cognitive challenge for nurses, impacting patient care quality and well-being.
  • It arises from the cumulative effect of frequent and demanding decisions in healthcare settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a concept analysis of decision fatigue in nursing.
  • To define the concept, explore its antecedents, consequences, and practical implications for nursing.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized Rodgers' evolutionary concept analysis method.
  • Conducted a systematic literature search across major databases (PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar).
  • Employed content analysis to extract themes and synthesize findings.

Main Results:

  • Decision fatigue manifests behaviorally, physiologically, and cognitively, diminishing decision-making capacity.
  • Antecedents include personal factors (sleep, stress) and organizational factors (workload, staffing).
  • Consequences encompass reduced care quality, safety, burnout, and increased job turnover.

Conclusions:

  • Decision fatigue presents a significant challenge in nursing with serious implications for nurses and patients.
  • Understanding contributing factors and implementing mitigation strategies are essential for nurse support and improved patient care.