Occupational Stress and Its Effects on Nurses at a Health Facility in Ho Municipality, Ghana.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The prevalence of occupational stress among nurses varies significantly around the globe. Nursing is often considered a stressful occupation and can have negative effects on the mental, physical, family relationships, and quality of care given to patients. The aim of this study was to explore the experiences, causes, effects, and coping strategies of occupational stress among nurses working at a health facility in Ho Municipality in Ghana.

Methods

The study employed a qualitative research approach with an exploratory design. Data saturation was reached with 18 participants. Purposive sampling was used to select participants, while semistructured interview guide with voice recorders were used in data collection. Data were manually transcribed and analyzed using t

SUBMITTER: Dartey AF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10331231 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature