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Παρασκευή 9 Μαρτίου 2018

Nurses' experiences of care for patients with Middle East respiratory syndrome-coronavirus in South Korea

Publication date: Available online 1 March 2018
Source:American Journal of Infection Control
Author(s): Yujeong Kim
BackgroundThis study aimed to identify nurses' experiences of care for patients with Middle East respiratory syndrome-coronavirus (MERS-CoV). Their experiences can be useful to establish a safer healthcare system in preparation for infectious disease outbreaks.MethodsData were collected through in-depth individual interviews and analyzed using Colaizzi's phenomenological method. Participants were 12 nurses.ResultsNurses' experiences of care for patients with MERS-CoV were categorized as follows: "Going into a dangerous field," "Strong pressure because of MERS-CoV," "The strength that make me endure," "Growth as a nurse," and "Remaining task."ConclusionsIt is necessary to examine the difficulties and demands of healthcare providers for establishing a safe healthcare system to respond effectively when national disasters occur. In addition, it is necessary to develop strategies to protect healthcare providers from severe physical and psychological stress.



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