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When the OR nurse is discouraged

R Davidhizar, M Bowen

    Today'S OR Nurse
    |March 1, 1993
    PubMed
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    Operating room (OR) nurses can experience discouragement, a lack of confidence. Strategies to combat this include identifying stressors, communicating concerns, and focusing on job positives.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing
    • Psychology
    • Healthcare Management

    Background:

    • Discouragement, defined as a lack of confidence, is an occasional experience for operating room (OR) nurses.
    • While not frequently associated with OR staff, understanding and addressing discouragement is crucial for nurse well-being.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the phenomenon of discouragement among OR nurses.
    • To identify contributing factors to discouragement in this population.
    • To outline methods for decreasing feelings of discouragement in OR nurses.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative exploration of discouragement experiences.
    • Identification of environmental, personal, and health-related factors.
    • Development of coping strategies based on identified sources.

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    Main Results:

    • Discouragement in OR nurses stems from environmental stressors, personality traits, and physical/emotional status.
    • Effective strategies include self-awareness of triggers, open communication, peer support, knowledge enhancement, and positive reframing.

    Conclusions:

    • Discouragement is a relevant issue for OR nurses, influenced by a combination of factors.
    • Proactive and supportive interventions can mitigate discouragement and improve job satisfaction.
    • Further research into nursing mental health in high-stress environments is warranted.