Nurses' experiences of providing medical services during the Kermanshah earthquake in Iran: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Nurses have always been at the forefront of providing services for victims of disasters. Using nurses' experiences in disaster planning can play an important role in improving their readiness to provide healthcare during disasters. The objective of this study is not only to understand the challenges but also to explore and document the broader spectrum of experiences encountered by nurses in these critical situations. By focusing on their experiences, we aim to contribute valuable insights to enhance disaster preparedness and healthcare delivery strategies.

Methods

This qualitative study employed the content analysis method to describe the experiences of 16 earthquake relief nurses in Kermanshah, Iran. Sampling was done purposefully and continued until data satura

SUBMITTER: Akbari K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10773068 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature