The impact of COVID-19 on nurse alcohol consumption: A qualitative exploration.

ABSTRACT:

Aims and objectives

To explore the long-term impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on nurse alcohol consumption.

Background

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused immense disruption to healthcare services worldwide, and nurses have not been immune, experiencing burnout, declining mental health and ultimately, attrition from the profession. Increases in alcohol consumption have been reported across subsections of society, including those with pre-existing mental ill health and experiencing high stress, and exploring this phenomenon in nurses is essential for workforce well-being and sustainability.

Design

Qualitative descriptive study design.

Methods

Secondary analysis of individual, semi-structured interviews with nurses (N = 42) from diverse settings across Australia, inc

SUBMITTER: Searby A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9350011 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature