NURSINGCARE 2022

Exploration of the experiences of working stressors and coping strategies associated with menstrual symptoms among nurses with shifting schedules: a Q methodology investigation The essence and workload of nursing can easily lead to burdens associated with female nurses’ menstrual symptoms, and consequently, result in decreased working performance. Without effective support, this can lead to resignation due to maladaptation. This study adopted Q methodology to explore the experience of working stressors and coping strategies associated with menstrual symptoms among nurses with shifting schedules.  Trouble-free menstrual cycles are considered an indicator of reproductive health . However, menstrual discomfort, a common gynecological complaint among women, results in cyclical symptoms burden. Large-scale research indicates that most women (74%) suffer from menstrual symptoms . Repeat occurrences of menstrual symptoms can significantly disrupt women’s daily life and social functioning,...

  Stress and Health in Nursing Students: The Nurse Engagement and Wellness Study As the largest group of healthcare professionals in the world, nurses play a far-reaching role in healthcare systems. In hospitals, direct patient contact places nurses in a position to directly affect the outcomes, safety, and satisfaction of patients. However, chronic psychosocial stress can negatively affect the capacity of nurses to provide quality care by increasing the risk for medical error and  reducing job satisfaction  Nurses experience stress as a result of demanding work responsibilities, long shifts, frequently changing roles, and —in some instances—incivility between coworkers . This type of frequent and prolonged stress exposure can cause biological deterioration (i.e.,  allostatic load ) that increases individuals’ susceptibility to numerous health problems and cognitive  decline. Among nurses, work-related stress has been associated with health problems such as obes...