Prevalence of burnout among intensivists in mainland China: a nationwide cross-sectional survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Burnout has gained increasing attention worldwide; however, there is a lack of relevant research in China. This study investigated the prevalence and factors associated with burnout in physicians of the intensive care unit (ICU) in mainland China.

Methods

This cross-sectional multicenter study included critical care physicians from all provinces in mainland China (except Tibet). A self-administered survey questionnaire was conducted. It included three parts: demographic information, lifestyle and work information, and the Maslach Burnout Inventory. The levels of burnout were calculated. The factors independently associated with burnout were analyzed by logistic regression.

Results

Finally, 1813 intensivists participated in the survey. The participation rate

SUBMITTER: Wang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7786985 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature