When the OR nurse is discouraged

1. Though not often associated with OR staff, discouragement (defined as a lack of confidence) is occasionally experienced by OR nurses. 2. Factors that contribute to feelings of discouragement include environmental stressors, personality characteristics, and physical and emotional status. 3. Methods to decrease feelings of discouragement include identifying sources of discouragement, communicating concerns through appropriate channels, sharing feelings with trusted others, increasing knowledge in areas of ignorance, and focusing on positive aspects of the job.