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Mderis W, Abu Shosha G, Oweidat I, Al-Mugheed K, Farghaly Abdelaliem SM, Alabdullah AAS, Alzoubi MM. The relationship between emotional intelligence and readiness for organizational change among nurses. Medicine (Baltimore) 2024; 103:e38280. [PMID: 39121300 PMCID: PMC11315550 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000038280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2024] [Accepted: 04/26/2024] [Indexed: 08/11/2024] Open
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Organizational change is a complex process that often faces high failure rates due to challenges in managing transition issues. The role of emotional intelligence in fostering readiness for organizational change among nurses remains understudied, especially in the context of Jordan. The study aimed to investigate the relationship between emotional intelligence and readiness for organizational change among Jordanian nurses working in governmental hospitals. A descriptive cross sectional correlational design was used. A convenient sampling method was used to enroll Jordanian nurses from different governmental hospitals, with a resulting final sample of 250 nurses. Self-reported questionnaires were used to collect data. Data analysis was run using descriptive and inferential analysis. The findings revealed that the participants had moderate levels of emotional intelligence with a mean score of (M = 87.96, SD = 26.59). The participants demonstrated strengths in understanding their own emotions, perceiving others' emotions, and setting goals. They also showed good control of their emotions and a positive self-perception. Regarding readiness for organizational change, the mean score was (M = 39.58, SD = 11.16), suggesting a moderate level of readiness. The participants exhibited commitment, motivation, and confidence in handling challenges associated with change. A strong positive relationship between emotional intelligence and readiness for change commitment (r = .942, P < .01), change efficacy (r = .935, P < .01), and total readiness for change (r = .951, P < .01) were exist. Moreover, age and years of experience were negatively correlated with readiness for change. There was a strong and significant positive relationship between emotional intelligence and readiness for change. This emphasizes the importance of developing emotional intelligence abilities among nurses to facilitate successful change processes in healthcare organizations.
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- Walaa Mderis
- Faculty of Nursing, Zarqa University, Zarqa, Jordan
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- Community and Mental Health Nursing, Zarqa University, Zarqa, Jordan
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- Department of Maternity and Child Health Nursing, College of Nursing, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Faculty of Nursing, Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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Connolly A, Bailey S, Lamont R, Tu A. Factors associated with assistive technology prescription and acceptance in motor neurone disease. Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol 2024; 19:2229-2238. [PMID: 37897436 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2023.2272858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Revised: 09/04/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 10/30/2023]
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PURPOSE The risk of delaying assistive technology (AT) prescription and implementation has significant implications on the safety and quality of life of people with Motor Neurone Disease (PwMND). This study aims to explore the barriers and enablers of AT prescription and implementation identified by PwMND and clinicians. METHODS A qualitative study using semi-structured focus groups with clinicians and in-depth interviews with PwMND. Sixteen clinicians and ten PwMND were recruited. Thematic analysis was completed and results were compared and discussed to reach an agreement on the final themes. RESULTS Three main factors were identified - PwMND, Clinician and Extrapersonal. For PwMND, personal characteristics, such as mindset, was the strongest enabler and inability to accept diagnosis and AT was the key barrier. For Clinician, communication approach was both the most identified enabler and barrier. For Extrapersonal, the availability of interactive education of AT was the strongest enabler and long wait time was a significant barrier. CONCLUSION Our study identified themes that clinicians could have an impact on, such as, providing interactive education, engaging PwMND and their support network, and ongoing upskilling of clinicians working in this field. Themes identified that were beyond the control of clinicians were personal characteristics, acceptance and support networks. It highlights the importance for clinicians to be flexible with their communication approach to accommodate the needs of PwMND in the acceptance of AT.
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- Anna Connolly
- Occupational Therapy, Allied Health, Northern Health, Epping, Australia
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- Dietetics, Allied Health, Northern Health, Epping, Australia
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- Speech Pathology, Allied Health, Northern Health, Epping, Australia
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- Physiotherapy, Allied Health, Northern Health, Epping, Australia
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Gao X, Zhao T, Du M, Hao R, Wang L. Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence, Occupational Well-Being, and Work Engagement Among Chinese Clinical Nurses. Asian Nurs Res (Korean Soc Nurs Sci) 2024; 18:253-259. [PMID: 39033961 DOI: 10.1016/j.anr.2024.07.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2024] [Revised: 07/11/2024] [Accepted: 07/16/2024] [Indexed: 07/23/2024] Open
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PURPOSE To identify the relationship between emotional intelligence, occupational well-being, and work engagement among Chinese clinical nurses. METHODS This cross-sectional study is based on survey responses provided by 1744 registered nurses from a Chinese hospital. The survey utilized emotional intelligence, occupational well-being, and work engagement scales. RESULTS A questionnaire was distributed to nurses, and among them, 1744 filled it in. Work engagement was related to demographic characteristics. The nurses' work engagement score was 28.99±5.46. Work engagement was positively correlated with emotional intelligence (r=.94, p < .01) and occupational well-being (r=.96, p < .01). CONCLUSIONS The current work engagement of nurses in China is at a medium level. It is influenced by emotional intelligence and occupational well-being.
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- XiaoLei Gao
- School of Nursing, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, Henan 453002, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, QuZhou Third Municipal Hospital, QuZhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, Henan 453002, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, Henan 453002, China
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- School of Nursing, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, Henan 453002, China.
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Zoromski L. Emotional Intelligence in Intensive Clinical Experiences for Nursing Students. Nurs Educ Perspect 2024; 45:230-232. [PMID: 37937961 DOI: 10.1097/01.nep.0000000000001209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2023]
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ABSTRACT This study looked for associations between measures of emotional intelligence in an intensive clinical experience for nursing students in their final semester of an associate degree program. Twenty nursing students from a technical college in the Midwest volunteered to complete the Mayer-Salovey-Caruso Emotional Intelligence Test (MSCEIT) before and after an intensive clinical experience. The results were mixed with a significant decrease in several specific scores within the MSCEIT on the Time Point 2 test. Stress levels or fatigue could have impacted participants' decreased performance on the MSCEIT.
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- Lorraine Zoromski
- About the Author Lorraine Zoromski, EdD, MSN, RN, is RN-to-BSN Program director, University of Wisconsin Stevens Point College of Professional Studies, Stevens Point, Wisconsin. For more information, contact her at
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Sattar R, Lawton R, Janes G, Elshehaly M, Heyhoe J, Hague I, Grindey C. A systematic review of workplace triggers of emotions in the healthcare environment, the emotions experienced, and the impact on patient safety. BMC Health Serv Res 2024; 24:603. [PMID: 38720302 PMCID: PMC11080227 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-024-11011-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 04/18/2024] [Indexed: 05/12/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Healthcare staff deliver patient care in emotionally charged settings and experience a wide range of emotions as part of their work. These emotions and emotional contexts can impact the quality and safety of care. Despite the growing acknowledgement of the important role of emotion, we know very little about what triggers emotion within healthcare environments or the impact this has on patient safety. OBJECTIVE To systematically review studies to explore the workplace triggers of emotions within the healthcare environment, the emotions experienced in response to these triggers, and the impact of triggers and emotions on patient safety. METHODS Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines, four electronic databases were searched (MEDLINE, PsychInfo, Scopus, and CINAHL) to identify relevant literature. Studies were then selected and data synthesized in two stages. A quality assessment of the included studies at stage 2 was undertaken. RESULTS In stage 1, 90 studies were included from which seven categories of triggers of emotions in the healthcare work environment were identified, namely: patient and family factors, patient safety events and their repercussions, workplace toxicity, traumatic events, work overload, team working and lack of supervisory support. Specific emotions experienced in response to these triggers (e.g., frustration, guilt, anxiety) were then categorised into four types: immediate, feeling states, reflective, and longer-term emotional sequelae. In stage 2, 13 studies that explored the impact of triggers or emotions on patient safety processes/outcomes were included. CONCLUSION The various triggers of emotion and the types of emotion experienced that have been identified in this review can be used as a framework for further work examining the role of emotion in patient safety. The findings from this review suggest that certain types of emotions (including fear, anger, and guilt) were more frequently experienced in response to particular categories of triggers and that healthcare staff's experiences of negative emotions can have negative effects on patient care, and ultimately, patient safety. This provides a basis for developing and tailoring strategies, interventions, and support mechanisms for dealing with and regulating emotions in the healthcare work environment.
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- Raabia Sattar
- Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Bradford, BD9 6RJ, UK.
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- Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Bradford, BD9 6RJ, UK
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- Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Bradford, BD9 6RJ, UK
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- Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Bradford, BD9 6RJ, UK
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- Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Bradford, BD9 6RJ, UK
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Murry LT, Whittington B, Travlos DV. Continuing Professional Development Activities Provided by Continuing Pharmacy Education Providers. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL EDUCATION 2024; 88:100685. [PMID: 38490562 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajpe.2024.100685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2023] [Revised: 02/19/2024] [Accepted: 03/07/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To describe continuing professional development (CPD)-related continuing pharmacy education (CPE) activities from 2018 through 2023. METHODS This was an exploratory study using CPE activities offered by US-based accredited providers from the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education Provider Web Tool. Activities were selected based on submission and expiration date, which included activities active from January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2023. The words "professional development" were used to search for CPE activities based on titles. Frequencies were calculated for provider type, delivery method, and activity types. Content analysis was used to identify categories, subcategories, and elements or components of the CPD cycle from activity titles and learning objectives. RESULTS A total of 204 activities were identified, with the most common provider type being college or school which provided 41% (n = 83) of the activities. Most activities were designed for pharmacists 76% (n = 156) and primarily delivered in a live seminar format (68%, n = 138) and used a single delivery method (92%, n = 187). Content analysis identified 7 categories and 23 subcategories of activities. Of the 7 activity categories, only 3 had subcategories which reflected elements or components of CPD: precepting and teaching; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and CPD process and principles. CONCLUSION This study identified that most CPE activities and learning objectives reflected educational interventions without the inclusion or use of the CPD cycle or process, suggesting that additional provider education on the implementation of CPD and differentiation between CPE and CPD may be necessary.
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- Logan T Murry
- Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, Chicago, IL, USA.
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Filipponi C, Pizzoli SFM, Masiero M, Cutica I, Pravettoni G. The Partial Mediator Role of Satisficing Decision-Making Style Between Trait Emotional Intelligence and Compassion Fatigue in Healthcare Professionals. Psychol Rep 2024; 127:868-886. [PMID: 36134764 DOI: 10.1177/00332941221129127] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Background: Compassion fatigue (CF) represents a relevant issue for healthcare professionals. Currently, it is still unclear which psychological mechanism might lead to CF and which might protect workers from that. Decision-making styles, as well as emotional intelligence, might partially account for the presence of CF. Specifically, we hypothesized that a satisficing decision-making style would mediate the relationship between emotional intelligence and CF.Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was conducted on physicians and nurses from Italian Medical Departments. Three self-reported questionnaires were administered to collect data in accordance with our aims. A mediation model with Structural Equation Modeling on the relationship between trait emotional intelligence (TEI) and CF through the maximizing decision-making style was performed.Results: We found a significant relationship between TEI and CF (β = -0.28, SE = 0.04, p < .001). The maximizing style partially mediated this relationship (β = -0.04, SE = 0.01, p < .001). Moreover, negative relationships were found between sex (male), working hours, sleep quality, and CF. Conversely, a positive relationship between age and CF was demonstrated.Conclusions: Being emotionally intelligent resulted as a protective factor for developing CF, while the decision-making styles shaped the risk of developing CF.
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- Chiara Filipponi
- Department of Oncology and Hemato-Oncology, University of Milan, Italy
- Applied Research Division for Cognitive and Psychological Science, IEO European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Oncology and Hemato-Oncology, University of Milan, Italy
- Applied Research Division for Cognitive and Psychological Science, IEO European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Oncology and Hemato-Oncology, University of Milan, Italy
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- Department of Oncology and Hemato-Oncology, University of Milan, Italy
- Applied Research Division for Cognitive and Psychological Science, IEO European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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Kattouw CE, Aase K, Viksveen P. How do the existing homecare services correspond with the preferred service ecosystem for senior citizens living at home? A qualitative interview study with multiple stakeholders. FRONTIERS IN HEALTH SERVICES 2024; 4:1294320. [PMID: 38577152 PMCID: PMC10991764 DOI: 10.3389/frhs.2024.1294320] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 04/06/2024]
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Introduction Often, homecare services are task-focused rather than person-based and fragmented instead of integrated. Consequently, several stakeholders have requested a transformation of the service ecosystem for senior citizens living at home. This transformation may be facilitated by an idealized design approach. However, few studies have applied such an approach. Moreover, previous research did not assess the ways in which the existing homecare services correspond with the preferred service ecosystem for senior citizens living at home. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to gain an understanding of how the existing homecare services correspond with the preferred service ecosystem for senior citizens living at home, according to different stakeholders. Methods Four stakeholder groups (n = 57) from a Norwegian municipality participated in an interview study (2019-2020): senior citizens, carers, healthcare professionals and managers. A directed qualitative content analysis was applied, guided by a four-category framework for the preferred service ecosystem. Results All stakeholder groups highlighted several limitations that hindered continuity of the services. There was also agreement on deficiencies in professionals' competence, yet professionals themselves did not focus on this as a significant aspect. Managers emphasised the importance of professionals' reablement competence, which was also considered to be deficient in the current homecare services. Contrary to the other stakeholder groups, most senior citizens seemed satisfied with the practical and social support they received. Together with carers, they also explained why they thought some professionals lack compassion. Their dependency on professionals may limit them in sharing honestly their opinions and preferences during care provision. Involvement of senior citizens in improvement of the current services was limited. Insufficient time and resources, as well as a complex organisation impacted the existing homecare services, and therefore served as barriers to the preferred service ecosystem. Discussion In this study there were different degrees of correspondence between the existing homecare services and the preferred service ecosystem according to four stakeholder groups. To develop the preferred service ecosystem, aspects such as predictability, adaptivity, and relationships are key, as well as continuous involvement of senior citizens and other stakeholders. The four-category framework applied in this study served as a tool to assess the existing homecare services.
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- Christophe Eward Kattouw
- SHARE—Centre for Resilience in Healthcare, Department of Quality and Health Technology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Stavanger, Stavanger, Norway
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Chinene B, Mudadi LS. Emotional intelligence of radiography students in a low resource setting: A cross-sectional survey. J Med Imaging Radiat Sci 2024; 55:67-73. [PMID: 38160093 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmir.2023.12.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2023] [Revised: 12/11/2023] [Accepted: 12/15/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Understanding noncognitive traits like emotional intelligence (EI) is valuable for radiography students, academics, practitioners, and educators. It helps them become aware of how these traits can impact their training, placements, and careers. This study aimed to evaluate the EI of radiography students at a tertiary institute in Harare, Zimbabwe. METHODS A quantitative cross-sectional study using a validated Trait EI questionnaire was conducted on students at a tertiary institute in Harare, Zimbabwe. Student t-test, analysis of variance (ANOVA), and Spearman's rho were employed for data analysis. RESULTS A total of 84 radiography students were enrolled in this study. The students had relatively lower EI scores (4.31 +/-0.49) as compared to most of their global counterparts. A significant positive monotonic relationship was identified between age and self-control factor (Spearman's rho = 0.22, p = 0.04). There were no statistically significant differences in mean scores for the global and the four EI factors when stratified by gender, even though males had slightly higher scores than females in all but the emotionality factor. There were no significant differences in the mean scores of the global as well as the four factors by year of study. CONCLUSION Deliberate, time-intensive curriculum interventions are needed to improve the EI of radiography students in Zimbabwe and this trend is potentially similar to other resource-limited settings. However, more context-specific evidence is needed to formulate the best techniques for EI interventions.
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- Bornface Chinene
- Harare Institute of Technology, Department of Radiography, Belvedere, Harare, Zimbabwe.
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- Royal Papworth Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, United Kingdom
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Urtubia-Herrera V, Navarta-Sánchez MV, Palmar-Santos AM, Pedraz-Marcos A, García-Gomez A, Luis EO, Bermejo-Martins E. The relationship between sense of coherence and emotional intelligence as individual health assets for mental health promotion in students and healthcare professionals: a scoping review. Front Public Health 2024; 12:1304310. [PMID: 38450140 PMCID: PMC10916004 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1304310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 03/08/2024] Open
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Introduction Workplace Mental health promotion in healthcare sector, is a global priority due to the stress associated with caregiving environments and the increase of mental health problems among health professionals and students. The role of emotional intelligence (EI) and sense of coherence (SOC) have been identified as critical health protectors. However, the relationship between them as well as the underlying mechanisms of these relationships on health benefits in this population is still unclear. Aim To synthetize the existing literature on the relationship between emotional intelligence and sense of coherence, as well as their mutual impact on healthcare workers' and student's well-being. Method A scoping review was conducted following the Joanna Briggs Institute guidelines. A systematic search was conducted in PsyCINFO, CINHAL, SCOPUS and PUBMED databases, using key-terms such as students, health professionals, emotional intelligence, and sense of coherence. Results A total of 11 articles were included, with a range of years from 2014 to 2022. Evidence was found to support the positive relationship between sense of coherence and emotional intelligence. The use of EI as a training pathway to improve SOC and health promoting behaviors is suggested. The benefits of intervening on these factors contribute to improved health professionals' and students' general well-being and motivation for a better performance, either in their studies or clinical work. Conclusion The positive relationship between emotional intelligence and a sense of coherence has direct and indirect benefits on students' and healthcare professionals' well-being. Future studies should address longitudinal and experimental analysis to confirm these findings.
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- Nursing Department, Faculty of Medicine, Autonomous University of Madrid, Madrid, Spain
- Nursing and Health Care Research Group, Puerta de Hierro-Segovia Arana Health Research Institute, Madrid, Spain
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- Nursing Department, Faculty of Medicine, Autonomous University of Madrid, Madrid, Spain
- Nursing and Health Care Research Group, Puerta de Hierro-Segovia Arana Health Research Institute, Madrid, Spain
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- Health Care and Health Services Research Unit (Investén-ISCIII), Carlos III Health Institute (ISCIII), Madrid, Spain
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- Psychological Processes in Education and Health Group, School of Education and Psychology, University of Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
- Navarra Institute for Health Research (IdiSNA), Pamplona, Spain
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- Navarra Institute for Health Research (IdiSNA), Pamplona, Spain
- Department of Psychology, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Maillet S, Read EA. Areas of work-life, psychological capital and emotional intelligence on compassion fatigue and compassion satisfaction among nurses: A cross-sectional study. Nurs Open 2024; 11:e2098. [PMID: 38391103 PMCID: PMC10851087 DOI: 10.1002/nop2.2098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2022] [Revised: 03/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/25/2023] [Indexed: 02/24/2024] Open
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AIM To examine the impact of six areas of work-life, emotional intelligence and psychological capital on compassion fatigue and compassion satisfaction among Canadian Registered Nurses and licensed practical nurses. DESIGN A cross-sectional survey study. METHODS A convenience sample of 296 Registered Nurses and 110 licensed practical nurses answered a self-administered questionnaire measuring areas of work-life, psychological capital, emotional intelligence, compassion satisfaction and compassion fatigue in September 2019. The association between variables were analysed with descriptive and correlational analyses, while the hypothesized models were tested using multiple regression analyses. RESULTS This study identified several areas of work-life and intrapersonal resources that impacted compassion satisfaction and compassion fatigue. Among Registered Nurses, compassion satisfaction was predicted by psychological capital, rewards, values and workload. Compassion fatigue was predicted by psychological capital, workload, control and community. Among licensed practical nurses, compassion satisfaction was predicted by psychological capital and emotional intelligence. Compassion fatigue was predicted by workload and psychological capital. Study results also revealed significant differences in Registered Nurses' and licensed practical nurses' perceptions of workload, rewards and fairness at work, and both compassion satisfaction and compassion fatigue. Registered Nurses perceived their workload to be more manageable and perceived greater rewards and greater fairness at work than licensed practical nurses. Compassion fatigue was higher for Registered Nurses than licensed practical nurses, while compassion satisfaction was higher for licensed practical nurses than Registered Nurses. Future studies should investigate the nature and span of these differences to suggest relevant strategies to mitigate compassion fatigue and promote compassion satisfaction for each of these nursing roles. CONCLUSION The results of this study underscore the need to create nursing work environments that foster a manageable workload and positive social relationships, where nurses have professional autonomy, decision-making capacities and access to adequate resources to do their job effectively. The nursing work environment should also provide recognition of nurses' contributions and an alignment between personal and organizational values. Investments in the development and improvement of nurses' psychological capital and emotional intelligence should be prioritized since they are malleable and impactful intrapersonal resources on compassion satisfaction and compassion fatigue. REPORTING METHOD This study adhered to the STROBE guidelines. PUBLIC CONTRIBUTION A total of 406 nurses were involved in this study by answering a self-administered study survey.
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- Stéphanie Maillet
- Faculty of business administrationUniversité de MonctonMonctonNew‐BrunswickCanada
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- Faculty of NursingUniversity of New BrunswickFrederictonNew BrunswickCanada
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Saikia M, George LS, Unnikrishnan B, Nayak BS, Ravishankar N. Thirty years of emotional intelligence: A scoping review of emotional intelligence training programme among nurses. Int J Ment Health Nurs 2024; 33:37-51. [PMID: 37772479 DOI: 10.1111/inm.13235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2023] [Accepted: 09/17/2023] [Indexed: 09/30/2023]
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The stressful environment of any healthcare setting can be detrimental to nurses' mental and emotional health. In recent years, emotional intelligence (EI) has emerged as a vital psychological resource that positively impacts mental and emotional health and improves organizational functioning and success. This scoping review aimed to collate, synthesize and outline the research conducted on EI training programmes among nurses to assess their effectiveness in improving staff nurses' EI. Electronic databases of MEDLINE via PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, Cochrane, ProQuest, Embase and Web of Science were comprehensively searched for related studies published between 1990 and 2021 (updated in May 2022). Two investigators independently screened the abstracts of the retrieved studies against the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Out of 728 initially retrieved studies, only 7 were included in the final synthesis. The PRISMA-ScR (2018) checklist was used to report the study findings. All the studies included in the review reported a significant improvement in nurses' EI after a training programme. The results also indicate that EI interventions are an effective way to improve nurses' psychological resources (improve resilience and coping skills; reduce anxiety and stress), leadership qualities, job performance and patient experience of nursing care. As nurses are exposed to a wide range of emotions, human pain and suffering, the results of this review suggest that improving the EI skills of nurses through short training programmes is an effective way to maintain their emotional and mental well-being. This scoping review is preregistered in Prospero (CRD42020161084).
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- Monalisa Saikia
- Department of Fundamentals of Nursing, Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, India
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- Department of Fundamentals of Nursing, Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, India
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- Department of Child Health Nursing, Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, India
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- Department of Statistics, Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, University of Delhi, New Delhi, India
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Bsharat F. Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence and Self-Esteem among Nursing Students. SAGE Open Nurs 2024; 10:23779608241252248. [PMID: 38693934 PMCID: PMC11062226 DOI: 10.1177/23779608241252248] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2023] [Revised: 04/07/2024] [Accepted: 04/15/2024] [Indexed: 05/03/2024] Open
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Introduction Nursing students must be able to detect the standpoints and demands of various sorts of individuals, as well as be competent in taking into account individual emotional reactions, self-confidence, stress management, and social role promotion. Objective The purpose of this study was to assess the relationship between emotional intelligence and self-esteem among fourth-year nursing students. Methods The study was a cross-sectional study. Data were collected from 225 nursing students through a convenience sampling method in spring 2023 at Arab American University. The instruments of the study included "Schutte Self Report Emotional Intelligence Test" and the "Rosenberg self-esteem scale." Results The analysis indicated that the emotional intelligence mean was 151.3 ± 1.9 (ranging from 33 to 165), which is high. Also, the analysis indicated that the self-esteem of the nursing students was high 24.3 ± 3.5 (ranging from 0 to 30). Furthermore, the analysis showed that there was a moderately positive relationship between nurses' emotional intelligence and self-esteem. Conclusion The emotional intelligence and self-esteem among fourth-year nursing students were high. Also, self-esteem was found to have a moderately positive relationship with emotional intelligence and utilizing emotions.
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- Fekry Bsharat
- Faculty of Nursing, Arab American University, Jenin, Palestine
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Baghdadi NA, Sankarapandian C, Arulappan J, Taani MH, Snethen J, Andargeery SY. The Association between Nursing Students' Happiness, Emotional Intelligence, and Perceived Caring Behavior in Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 12:67. [PMID: 38200973 PMCID: PMC10778723 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12010067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 12/21/2023] [Accepted: 12/23/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Caring behavior is a major focus of the nursing profession and an important dimension of nursing practice that sets nurses apart from other healthcare professionals. Effective patient-centered care requires ensuring nurses have the emotional intelligence and happiness to address the daily demands of practice. The purpose of this study is to examine the emotional intelligence and happiness among nursing students and their relationship with caring behaviors. METHODS A cross-sectional, descriptive correlational study was conducted on nursing students (n = 363) from Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, via an online survey. Measures include demographic data survey, Oxford Happiness Questionnaire, Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire, and Caring Behaviors Inventory scale. Descriptive and multiple regression analyses were conducted for this study. RESULTS Nursing students reported their highest degree of caring was in terms of 'respectful differences to others', while their lowest was in 'knowledge and skills'. Emotional intelligence and happiness were significant predictors of caring behaviors and explained the variance in assurance of human presence (17.5%), knowledge and skills (17.5%), respectful differences to others (18%), and positive connectedness (12.9%). In the final regression model, emotional intelligence and happiness were significant predictors of caring behaviors and explained 19.5% of the variance. CONCLUSIONS Emotional intelligence and happiness among nursing students were found to be important factors to improve their caregiving behaviors. Therefore, nursing educators should consider integrating emotional intelligence and happiness interventions for students into their curriculum.
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- Nadiah A. Baghdadi
- Nursing Management and Education Department, College of Nursing, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia;
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- Medical Surgical Nursing Department, College of Nursing, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health, College of Nursing, Sultan Qaboos University, Al Khoudh, Muscat 123, Oman;
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- School of Nursing, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee 1921 East Hartford Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53211, USA; (M.H.T.); (J.S.)
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- School of Nursing, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee 1921 East Hartford Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53211, USA; (M.H.T.); (J.S.)
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- Nursing Management and Education Department, College of Nursing, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia;
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Huff NR, Liu G, Chimowitz H, Gleason KT, Isbell LM. COVID-19 related negative emotions and emotional suppression are associated with greater risk perceptions among emergency nurses: A cross-sectional study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NURSING STUDIES ADVANCES 2023; 5:100111. [PMID: 36467310 PMCID: PMC9710107 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnsa.2022.100111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2022] [Revised: 11/28/2022] [Accepted: 11/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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Background As the COVID-19 pandemic began, frontline nurses experienced many emotions as they faced risks relevant to both patients (e.g., making errors resulting in patient harm) and themselves (e.g., becoming infected with COVID-19). Although emotions are often neglected in the patient safety literature, research in affective science suggests that emotions may significantly impact nurses' perceptions of risk, which can have downstream consequences. Further, the use of chronic emotion regulation strategies that are known to differ in adaptability and effectiveness (i.e., emotional suppression, reappraisal) can impact risk perceptions. Objective To investigate the relationship between nurses' emotional experiences in response to the pandemic and their estimates of how likely they would be to experience adverse outcomes related to both patients and themselves within the next six months. Additionally, we investigated the extent to which the use of suppression and reappraisal processes to manage emotions are associated with these risk perceptions. Design Cross-sectional survey. Setting Online survey distributed via email to emergency nurses at eight hospitals in the northeastern United States during fall 2020. Participants 132 emergency nurses (M age = 37.05; 81.1% Female; 89.4% White). Methods Nurses reported the extent to which they experienced a variety of positive (e.g., hope, optimism) and negative (e.g., fear, sadness) emotions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and reported their perceptions of risk to both patients and themselves. Nurses also completed the Emotion Regulation Questionnaire, a measure of chronic tendencies to engage in emotional suppression and reappraisal. Immediately prior to providing data for this study, nurses completed an unrelated decision-making study. Results Nurses' negative emotions in response to COVID-19 were associated with greater perceptions of both patient safety risks (b = 0.31, p < .001) and personal risks (b = 0.34, p < .001). The relationships between positive emotions and risk perceptions were not statistically significant (all p values > 0.66). Greater chronic tendencies to suppress emotions uniquely predicted greater perceptions of patient safety risks (b = 2.91, p = .036) and personal risks (b = 2.87, p = .040) among nurses; however, no statistically significant relationships with reappraisal emerged (all p values > 0.16). Conclusions Understanding factors that influence perceptions of risk are important, given that these perceptions can motivate behaviours that may adversely impact patient safety. Such an understanding is essential to inform the development of interventions to mitigate threats to patient safety that emerge from nurses' negative emotional experiences and their use of different emotion regulation strategies. Tweetable abstract Covid-related negative emotions and emotional suppression are associated with greater patient and personal risk perceptions among emergency nurses @lindamisbell @Nathan_Huff_1.
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- Nathan R. Huff
- Psychological and Brain Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, 135 Hicks Way, Amherst, MA, 01003 United States
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- Psychological and Brain Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, 135 Hicks Way, Amherst, MA, 01003 United States
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- Psychological and Brain Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, 135 Hicks Way, Amherst, MA, 01003 United States
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- School of Nursing, Johns Hopkins University, 525 N. Wolfe Street, Baltimore, Maryland, 21205 United States
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- Psychological and Brain Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, 135 Hicks Way, Amherst, MA, 01003 United States,Corresponding author
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Zhang G, Tian W, Zhang Y, Chen J, Zhang X, Lin W, Li H, Sun L, Cheng B, Ding H, Song G. The mediating role of psychological capital on the relationship between authentic leadership and nurses' caring behavior: a cross-sectional study. BMC Nurs 2023; 22:441. [PMID: 37993929 PMCID: PMC10664486 DOI: 10.1186/s12912-023-01610-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2023] [Accepted: 11/17/2023] [Indexed: 11/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Caring behavior among nurses would have an impact on patient outcomes. External organizational job resources and personal internal psychological resources are correlated to nurses' caring behavior. Authentic leadership and psychological capital were shown to be correlated with nurses' caring behavior in previous studies. However, the relationships among the three are nevertheless unclear. This study aimed to examine if psychological capital could act as a mediator between nursing managers' authentic leadership and nurses' caring behavior. METHODS In December 2021, a total of 3,662 nurses were recruited from 37 hospitals in Anhui Province, China. They filled out online surveys, including general demographic information, the Authentic Leadership Questionnaire, the Psychological Capital Questionnaire, and the Caring Behavior Inventory. Structural Equation Modeling and the bootstrapping procedure were used to examine the mediating role of psychological capital. RESULTS The scores of authentic leadership, psychological capital, and caring behavior of 3,495 nurses were 52.04 ± 13.24, 96.89 ± 17.78, and 104.28 ± 17.01, respectively. Psychological capital significantly mediated the relationship between authentic leadership and nurses' caring behavior (β = 0.378, p < 0.001, 95% confidence interval: 0.350 ~ 0.402), which made up 78.75% of the total impact (0.480). CONCLUSION The findings of this study suggested that nursing managers should develop an authentic leadership style, which can effectively improve nurses' caring behaviors toward patients in clinical practice. Meanwhile, nursing leaders should strengthen nurses' psychological evaluation and training, and promote nurses' caring behavior in clinical settings.
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- Guowen Zhang
- Department of Nursing, Department of Emergency, Division of Life Sciences and Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of USTC, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230001, China
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- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230602, China
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- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230602, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Hefei, 230031, China
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- Department of Outpatient, Division of Life Sciences and Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of USTC, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230001, China
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- Department of Nursing, Department of Emergency, Division of Life Sciences and Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of USTC, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230001, China
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- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230602, China
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- Department of Nursing, Department of Emergency, Division of Life Sciences and Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of USTC, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230001, China
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- Department of Nursing, Department of Emergency, Division of Life Sciences and Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of USTC, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230001, China
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- Anhui Mental Health Center, Hefei, 230022, China
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- Department of Education, Division of Life Sciences and Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of USTC, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230001, China.
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Kasemy ZA, Sharif AF, Bahgat NM, Abdelsattar S, Abdel Latif AA. Emotional intelligence, workplace conflict and job burn-out among critical care physicians: a mediation analysis with a cross-sectional study design in Egypt. BMJ Open 2023; 13:e074645. [PMID: 37898489 PMCID: PMC10619067 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-074645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 10/30/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES This study aimed to examine the association between the effect of emotional intelligence on job burn-out and the mediating effect of workplace conflict management among critical care physicians. DESIGN AND SETTING A cross-sectional study design was deployed. PARTICIPANTS The studied sample comprised 144 critical care physicians working at two Egyptian tertiary care public hospitals. MEASURES The participants' responses to three questionnaires were studied, including the Maslach Burnout Inventory, the Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire and the Conflict Management Formative Questionnaire, in addition to assessing coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) levels. RESULTS Among the anaesthesiologists and critical care specialists examined, burn-out was reported by 63.9% of them. The findings of this study indicated that emotional intelligence played a notable role in predicting job burn-out, with a negative impact. Further analysis revealed that workplace conflict management acted as a mediator between emotional intelligence and the three components of job burn-out. Additionally, age and years of experience were found to have a negative correlation with burn-out and a positive correlation with conflict management. Furthermore, CoQ10 levels showed a negative correlation with burn-out, while displaying positive correlations with emotional intelligence and conflict management. CONCLUSION Conflict management acted as a mediator in reducing burn-out by demonstrating a significant negative relationship between emotional intelligence and burn-out. Initial findings indicated that possessing good emotional intelligence and conflict management skills had a positive influence on the immune system, as evidenced by higher CoQ10 levels. However, burn-out had the opposite effect, depleting the body's CoQ10 stores and negatively impacting immune-protective mechanisms. Therefore, it is crucial to implement emotional management educational programmes and update educational policies and pedagogical practices to enhance the emotional capabilities of healthcare providers, especially in demanding fields like critical care, to effectively address conflicts.
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- Zeinab A Kasemy
- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Menoufia University Faculty of Medicine, Shebin El-Kom, Egypt
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- Department of Forensic Medicine and Clinical Toxicology, Tanta University Faculty of Medicine, Tanta city, Egypt
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Menoufia University Faculty of Medicine, Shebin El-Kom, Egypt
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry and Molecular Diagnostics, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebin El-Kom, Egypt
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- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Menoufia University Faculty of Medicine, Shebin El-Kom, Egypt
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Saikia M, George LS, Unnikrishnan B, George A, Ravishankar N. Effectiveness of Integrated Emotional-Self Enhancement (IESE) program among staff nurses: protocol for a quasi-experimental study. F1000Res 2023; 11:679. [PMID: 37928805 PMCID: PMC10623541 DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.110656.2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 11/07/2023] Open
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Background: Staff nurses face frequent emotional situations in their work environment. The constant contact with suffering patients, and the busy work environment, pose tremendous stress on nurses' physical and emotional health. The Emotional Intelligence skills of empathy, self-awareness, motivation, self-control, and keeping relationships, can help handle difficult emotions and allow nurses to work in an organized, calm, and professional way. This study aims to implement and assess the effectiveness of a training program developed by the investigator, tailored to the mental and emotional needs of staff nurses who are working in an organization. The study also aims to observe any significant change, correlation, and association in the staff nurses' level of emotional intelligence, intrinsic motivation, self-compassion, emotional labor, and nurse-in-charges' and patients' perception of nursing care after the program. Methods: A quasi-experimental (one-group) study design was used in this study. The study will involve 80 staff nurses working in a selected hospital in India. The staff nurses will be selected from the hospital's general wards using convenience sampling. For the current study, a quasi-experimental design will be used. The investigator will deliver a training program, divided into four sessions of two hours each. Data will be collected from the participants at baseline and 3-months pre-intervention; and post-test data will be collected immediately after the intervention, at 3-month, and 6-month follow-up, to observe any significant change in the study variables before and after the intervention. Results: The current study primarily focuses on the vital aspect of developing emotional needs, for promoting a better work-life balance. Research findings from the study will significantly contribute to the evidence based Emotional Intelligence programs for staff nurses, and if proven effective, could be delivered extensively in the hospitals. Trial registration: The study is registered in June 2019 under the Central Trial Registry of India ( CTRI/2019/08/020592).
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- Monalisa Saikia
- Department of Fundamentals of Nursing, Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, 576104, India
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- Department of Fundamentals of Nursing, Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, 576104, India
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- Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, 575001, India
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- Department of Child Health Nursing, Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, 576104, India
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- Department of Bio-statistics, Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, University of Delhi, New Delhi, Delhi, 110007, India
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Senćanski D, Marinković V, Tadić I. A cross-sectional study comparing emotional intelligence and perceived stress amongst community pharmacists delivering and not delivering a new service. Int J Clin Pharm 2023; 45:1136-1143. [PMID: 36773208 PMCID: PMC9918812 DOI: 10.1007/s11096-023-01542-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2022] [Accepted: 01/11/2023] [Indexed: 02/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Community pharmacists contribute substantially to public health and person-centred care. Emotional intelligence (EI) may help health professionals better engage with patients, handle stress in challenging situations and, presumably, better introduce and implement new services. AIM The study's aims were to compare the EI and perceived stress (PS) levels of community pharmacists who provided a new service to patients with diabetes with their controls who provided standard pharmaceutical services and to test the correlations between the two constructs. METHOD This study used a survey methodology. Well-validated instruments were distributed electronically to all participating pharmacists. To compare the continuous EI and PS data between the two study groups, the paired-samples t test was used. Pearson and Spearman's correlations were used to test the associations between EI and PS and their respective subdomains. RESULTS A total of 86 pharmacists participated in the study (n = 43 in each group). The study groups did not differ by any characteristic except gender. Their mean EI and PS levels were 120.95 ± 11.53 and 17.45 ± 4.55, respectively, with no difference between the groups. In both study groups, inverse correlations were found between PS and EI levels, with statistical significance in the control group and in the overall study population (r = - 0.611 and r = - 0.370, respectively). CONCLUSION Our results suggest that the introduction of the EI agenda into certification programmes for new community pharmacy services should be considered. The results also suggest that higher EI may have protective effects against PS. Additional research would clarify the need to invest more in such programmes.
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- Dejan Senćanski
- Department of Social Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Legislation, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Belgrade, Vojvode Stepe 450, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia.
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- Department of Social Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Legislation, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Belgrade, Vojvode Stepe 450, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Social Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Legislation, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Belgrade, Vojvode Stepe 450, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia
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Isbell LM, Graber ML, Rovenpor DR, Liu G. Influence of comorbid depression and diagnostic workup on diagnosis of physical illness: a randomized experiment. Diagnosis (Berl) 2023; 10:257-266. [PMID: 37185165 DOI: 10.1515/dx-2020-0106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2020] [Accepted: 03/22/2023] [Indexed: 05/17/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Patients with mental illness are less likely to receive the same physical healthcare as those without mental illness and are less likely to be treated in accordance with established guidelines. This study employed a randomized experiment to investigate the influence of comorbid depression on diagnostic accuracy. METHODS Physicians were presented with an interactive vignette describing a patient with a complex presentation of pernicious anemia. They were randomized to diagnose either a patient with or without (control) comorbid depression and related behaviors. All other clinical information was identical. Physicians recorded a differential diagnosis, ordered tests, and rated patient likeability. RESULTS Fifty-nine physicians completed the study. The patient with comorbid depression was less likeable than the control patient (p=0.03, 95 % CI [0.09, 1.53]). Diagnostic accuracy was lower in the depression compared to control condition (59.4 % vs. 40.7 %), however this difference was not statistically significant χ2(1)=2.035, p=0.15. Exploratory analyses revealed that patient condition (depression vs. control) interacted with the number of diagnostic tests ordered to predict diagnostic accuracy (OR=2.401, p=0.038). Accuracy was lower in the depression condition (vs. control) when physicians ordered fewer tests (1 SD below mean; OR=0.103, p=0.028), but there was no difference for physicians who ordered more tests (1 SD above mean; OR=2.042, p=0.396). CONCLUSIONS Comorbid depression and related behaviors lowered diagnostic accuracy when physicians ordered fewer tests - a time when more possibilities should have been considered. These findings underscore the critical need to develop interventions to reduce diagnostic error when treating vulnerable populations such as those with depression.
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- Linda M Isbell
- Psychological and Brain Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA, USA
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- Society to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine, Plymouth, MA, USA
- Stony Brook University, NY, USA
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- Psychological and Brain Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA, USA
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Awe AO, David-Olawade AC, Ayodele-Awe I, Feng H, Odetayo A, Afolalu TD, Ladan H, Olawade DB. Predictors and influencing factors of emotional intelligence among nurses in the North East England, United Kingdom. JOURNAL OF EDUCATION AND HEALTH PROMOTION 2023; 12:236. [PMID: 37727434 PMCID: PMC10506741 DOI: 10.4103/jehp.jehp_1656_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2022] [Accepted: 01/13/2023] [Indexed: 09/21/2023]
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BACKGROUND Recognising that high levels of emotional intelligence (EI) are required for involvement in the nursing practice, this study was conducted to assess the traits of emotional intelligence, perception of emotional intelligence and factors associated with emotional intelligence among nursing teams in Northeast England. MATERIALS AND METHODS For this descriptive cross-sectional study, a concurrent mixed method was employed (qualitative and quantitative method) using a convenience sampling technique. Data were obtained from one hundred and ten (110) staff nurses practicing with the National Health Service via a validated semi-structured questionnaire and in-depth interview. Data collected through questionnaires (online- Google form link) were retrieved via Ms excel spreadsheet and then imported to Statistics Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25 for analyses. Interviews recorded were transcribed word for word as Nvivo software (version 12) was utilised for thematic analysis and rapid analysis was also adopted to validate the responses. RESULTS Majority (77%) of the respondents were females, and about half (46%) have work experience between one to five years. The mean emotional intelligence trait score for each domain was self-awareness (20.20), self-regulation (38.15), self-motivation (20.54), empathy (18.78), and social skills (29.60), as 82% of the nurses had high emotional intelligence trait. There was a statistically significant relationship between empathy, and race of the respondents (P = 0.040). Also, from the qualitative data; cultural differences, personality traits, self-care, family support, and organisational structure are key predictors of emotional intelligence traits among nurses. CONCLUSION Enhancing emotional intelligence traits among nursing teams is significant, as it may serve as an intervention strategy to manage changes and still increase level of morale and productivity among nurses. Hence, creating a more supportive environment, encouragement from team leads or supervisors, and training on stress management strategies can help to reduce burnout, anxiety and stress in nurses.
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- Ayodele O. Awe
- Department of Mechanical and Construction Engineering, Northumbria University, Newcastle, United Kingdom
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- Department of Nursing, Midwifery and Health, Northumbria University, Newcastle, United Kingdom
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- Department of Mechanical and Construction Engineering, Northumbria University, Newcastle, United Kingdom
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- Oncology and Haematology Department, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, NHS Trust, King's Lynn, United Kingdom
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- Critical and Surgical Care Unit, Medway Maritime Hospital, NHS Trust, Gillingham, Kent, United Kingdom
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- Department of Allied and Public Health, School of Health, Sport and Bioscience, University of East London, London, United Kingdom
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AlFaris E, Irfan F, Abouammoh N, Zakaria N, Ahmed AM, Kasule O, Aldosari DM, AlSahli NA, Alshibani MG, Ponnamperuma G. Physicians' professionalism from the patients' perspective: a qualitative study at a single-family practice in Saudi Arabia. BMC Med Ethics 2023; 24:39. [PMID: 37287002 DOI: 10.1186/s12910-023-00918-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2022] [Accepted: 05/23/2023] [Indexed: 06/09/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Professionalism is a crucial component of medical practice. It is a culturally sensitive notion that generally consists of behaviors, values, communication, and relationships. This study is a qualitative study exploring physician professionalism from the patients' perspective. METHODS Focus group discussions with patients attending a family medicine center attached to a tertiary care hospital were carried out using the four gates model of Arabian medical professionalism that is appropriate to Arab culture. Discussions with patients were recorded and transcribed. Data were thematically analyzed using NVivo software. RESULTS Three main themes emerged from the data. (1) In dealing with patients, participants expected respect but understood delays in seeing physicians due to their busy schedules. In communication, participants expected to be informed about their health conditions and to have their questions answered. (2) In dealing with tasks, participants expected proper examination and transparency of diagnosis, but some expected the physician to know everything and did not appreciate them seeking outside opinions. They expected to see the same physician at every visit. (3) In physician characteristics preferences, participants preferred friendly smiling physicians. Some cared about the outer appearance of the physician whereas others did not. DISCUSSION/CONCLUSIONS The findings of the study explained only two themes of the four gates model namely dealing with patients and dealing with tasks. Cultural competence and how to benefit from patients' perceptions to be an ideal physician should be incorporated into the process of physicians' training.
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- Eiad AlFaris
- Department of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University Chair for Medical Education Research and Development, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University Chair for Medical Education Research and Development, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University Chair for Medical Education Research and Development, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Ehealth Unit, Faculty of Medicine, University Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- College of applied science, Al maarefa university Riyadh Saudi Arabia, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University Chair for Medical Education Research and Development, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Academic and Training Affairs, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- King Khalid Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- King Khalid Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Rodríguez-Leal L, González-Hervías R, Silva LIM, Rodríguez-Gallego I, Saldaña MR, Montesinos JVB. Stressors inherent to clinical practices and their relationship with emotional intelligence in nursing students: A cross sectional study. NURSE EDUCATION TODAY 2023; 124:105753. [PMID: 36841193 DOI: 10.1016/j.nedt.2023.105753] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2022] [Revised: 01/23/2023] [Accepted: 02/08/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND There is a wide body of knowledge about Emotional Intelligence and its benefits in health care, generating better productivity, clinical performance and communication with work teams, patients and families. Its relationship with stress and with performance of clinical practices has also been studied, although the results are not conclusive or up-to-date. OBJECTIVES To study and correlate the perception of Emotional Intelligence and the stressors inherent to Nursing students' clinical practices. DESIGN A multicenter and observational study was carried out through cross-sectional surveys with Nursing students during the 2021/2022 academic year. PARTICIPANTS 377 students were included in the study, recruited through non-probabilistic sampling in four Spanish universities. METHODS Sociodemographic and academic variables were collected, as well as the following main variables: perceived Emotional Intelligence and stressors in clinical practices. RESULTS The study sample consisted of 377 students (89.1 % women; mean age of 23.15 ± 5.50). The perception of Emotional Intelligence obtained adequate ranges. The stressors that generate most concern are being attacked by the patients, lack of competence, and impotence and uncertainty. There are statistically significant differences in Emotional Intelligence by gender and university, as well as in stressors between each other. The Emotional Intelligence dimensions are weakly correlated with the stressors, although with statistical significance. CONCLUSIONS This study shows that Emotional Intelligence slightly influences the stressors inherent to clinical practices, so that EI can help cope with the difficulties of clinical work. Specifically, emotional clarity has an inverse relationship with some stressors. However, the attention and repair dimensions do not present such a clear relationship in our study or in previous ones. This shows the need to include Emotional Intelligence training in Nursing training curricula.
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- Leyre Rodríguez-Leal
- Red Cross Nursing University College, Madrid, Autonomous University of Madrid, Spain.
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- Departamento de Enfermería, Facultad de Enfermería, Fisioterapia y Podología, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain
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- Departamento de Enfermería, Farmacología y Fisioterapia. Facultad de Medicina y Enfermería, Universidad de Córdoba, Spain
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Huff NR, Chimowitz H, DelPico MA, Gleason KT, Nanavati JD, Smulowitz P, Isbell LM. The consequences of emotionally evocative patient behaviors on emergency nurses' patient assessments and handoffs: An experimental study using simulated patient cases. Int J Nurs Stud 2023; 143:104507. [PMID: 37196607 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2023.104507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2022] [Revised: 04/14/2023] [Accepted: 04/14/2023] [Indexed: 05/19/2023]
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BACKGROUND Engaging with human emotions is an integral but poorly understood part of the work of emergency healthcare providers. Patient factors (e.g., irritable behavior; mental illness) can evoke strong emotions, and evidence suggests that these emotions can impact care quality and patient safety. Given that nurses play a critical role in providing high quality care, efforts to identify and remedy factors that may compromise care are needed. Yet to date, few experiments have been conducted. OBJECTIVE To examine the effects of emotionally evocative patient behavior as well as the presence of mental illness on emergency nurses' emotions, patient assessments, testing advocacy, and written handoffs. DESIGN Experimental vignette research. SETTING Online experiment distributed via email between October and December 2020. PARTICIPANTS Convenience sample of 130 emergency nurses from seven hospitals in the Northeastern United States and one hospital in the mid-Atlantic region in the United States. METHODS Nurses completed four multimedia computer-simulated patient encounters in which patient behavior (irritable vs. calm) and mental illness (present vs. absent) were experimentally varied. Nurses reported their emotions and clinical assessments, recommended diagnostic tests, and provided written handoffs. Tests were coded for whether the test would result in a correct diagnosis, and handoffs were coded for negative and positive patient descriptions and the presence of specific clinical information. RESULTS Nurses experienced more negative emotions (anger, unease) and reported less engagement when assessing patients exhibiting irritable (vs. calm) behavior. Nurses also judged patients with irritable (vs. calm) behavior as more likely to exaggerate their pain and as poorer historians, and as less likely to cooperate, return to work, and recover. Nurses' handoffs were more likely to communicate negative descriptions of patients with irritable (vs. calm) behavior and omit specific clinical information (e.g., whether tests were ordered, personal information). The presence of mental illness increased unease and sadness and resulted in nurses being less likely to recommend a necessary test for a correct diagnosis. CONCLUSIONS Emergency nurses' assessments and handoffs were impacted by patient factors, particularly irritable patient behavior. As nurses are central to the clinical team and experience regular, close contact with patients, the effects of irritable patient behavior on nursing assessments and care practices have important implications. We discuss potential approaches to address these ill effects, including reflexive practice, teamwork, and standardization of handoffs. TWEETABLE ABSTRACT Experimental evidence links irritable patient behaviors to lower quality emergency department nurse handoffs, which may compromise patient safety @(lindamisbell) @(Nathan_Huff_1).
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- Nathan R Huff
- Psychological and Brain Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, 135 Hicks Way, Amherst, MA 01003, United States of America
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- Psychological and Brain Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, 135 Hicks Way, Amherst, MA 01003, United States of America
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- Psychological and Brain Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, 135 Hicks Way, Amherst, MA 01003, United States of America
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- School of Nursing, Johns Hopkins University, 525 N. Wolfe Street, Baltimore, MD 21205, United States of America
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- Psychological and Brain Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, 135 Hicks Way, Amherst, MA 01003, United States of America
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, UMass Chan Medical School, 55 Lake Ave North, Worcester, MA 01605, United States of America
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- Psychological and Brain Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, 135 Hicks Way, Amherst, MA 01003, United States of America.
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McNulty JP, Politis Y. Empathy, emotional intelligence and interprofessional skills in healthcare education. J Med Imaging Radiat Sci 2023; 54:238-246. [PMID: 37032263 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmir.2023.02.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2022] [Revised: 02/24/2023] [Accepted: 02/24/2023] [Indexed: 04/11/2023]
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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), health professionals maintain the health of citizens through evidence-based medicine and caring. Students enroled in health professional programmes are required to have successfully attained all core learning outcomes by reaching key milestones throughout the course of their studies, demonstrating they have developed the required graduate skills and attributes upon completion of the programme. While some of the knowledge, skills and competencies that make up these learning outcomes are very discipline specific, there are more general professional skills across all disciplines which are difficult to define, such as empathy, emotional intelligence and interprofessional skills. These are at the heart of all health professional programmes that once defined, can be mapped through curricula and further evaluated. Literature will be presented on these three professional skills: empathy, emotional intelligence, and interprofessional skills, based on studies that focussed primarily in health professional programmes and highlight some of the key findings and issues at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The paper will present the need for these skills to be defined and then mapped through curricula so that students are better supported in their professional development. Empathy, emotional intelligence and interprofessional skills transcend the discipline specific skills and as such it is important that all educators consider how best these may be fostered. Efforts should also be made to further the integration of these professional skills within curricula to produce health professionals with an enhanced focus on person-centred care.
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- Jonathan P McNulty
- Radiography and Diagnostic Imaging, School of Medicine, University College, Ireland.
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- Center for Teaching and Learning, Central European University, Vienna, Austria
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Aseery M, Mahran S, Felemban O. The Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence and Conflict Management Strategies From the Nurse Managers’ Perspective. Cureus 2023; 15:e35669. [PMID: 37012936 PMCID: PMC10065993 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.35669] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/27/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2023] Open
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Everyday nursing work inevitably involves conflict. Healthcare workers may experience this as a result of diverse human beliefs, knowledge, values, or emotions. In order to effectively manage and lead the nursing staff in hospitals, a multitasking leader with a wide range of abilities is needed. Multiple elements, such as the leader's personality and overall workplace conditions, might influence effective managerial leadership. Effective management leadership is affected by multiple factors, such as the personality of the leader, the general conditions in the workplace, and the quality characteristics of employees. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between emotional intelligence and conflict management strategies from the head nurses' perspective. Methods The study utilized a quantitative, cross-sectional correlation design. Twenty-one hospitals in the Aseer region that are affiliated with the Saudi Ministry of Health were included in this study. A non-probability sample consisted of 210 head nurses who have at least one year of experience working as head nurses or with managerial experience. An online questionnaire involving three sections - socio-demographic, trait emotional intelligence, and conflict management - were used. Results The study revealed that the level of emotional intelligence was average and that the level of conflict management strategies was high. Approximately three-quarters of the sample studied were female (78.1%), and for an educational level, the majority of participants had a bachelor's degree (62.4%). Regarding the working departments, 34.3% were in general wards, while 23.3% worked in critical care. Approximately two-thirds (62%) of the sample were married; 63.8% of the participants were Saudi, and 49% had fewer than three children. Also, gender identity and emotional intelligence were significantly correlated statistically. Likewise, the level of monthly income, marital status, and nationality are significantly correlated with conflict management strategies. Conclusions In the current study, emotional intelligence has no statistical correlation with strategies for resolving conflicts. While the relationship between subdomains of both main variables was negative, that ruled out an important positive relationship between cooperation and well-being. Teaching nurse managers about emotional intelligence might help them more effectively handle conflicts at work. Likewise, employing emotional intelligence practices requires nurse managers to lead by example, teaching their teams how to regulate their emotions and resolve frequent workplace conflicts.
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Emotional Intelligence among Nursing Students: Findings from a Longitudinal Study. Healthcare (Basel) 2022; 10:healthcare10102032. [PMID: 36292477 PMCID: PMC9601576 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare10102032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2022] [Revised: 10/10/2022] [Accepted: 10/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Emotional intelligence is an important factor for nursing students' success and work performance. Although the level of emotional intelligence increases with age and tends to be higher in women, results of different studies on emotional intelligence in nursing students vary regarding age, study year, and gender. A longitudinal study was conducted in 2016 and 2019 among undergraduate nursing students to explore whether emotional intelligence changes over time. A total of 111 undergraduate nursing students participated in the study in the first year of their study, and 101 in the third year. Data were collected using the Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire Short Form (TEIQue-SF) and Schutte Self Report Emotional Intelligence Test (SSEIT). There was a significant difference in emotional intelligence between students in their first (M = 154.40; 95% CI: 101.85-193.05) and third year (M = 162.01; 95% CI: 118.65-196.00) of study using TEIQue-SF questionnaire. There was a weak correlation (r = 0.170) between emotional intelligence and age measuring using the TEIQue-SF questionnaire, and no significant correlation when measured using SSEIT (r = 0.34). We found that nursing students' emotional intelligence changes over time with years of education and age, suggesting that emotional intelligence skills can be improved. Further research is needed to determine the gendered nature of emotional intelligence in nursing students.
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Kou H, Bi T, Chen S, Li X, He Y, Xie Q, He J. The impact of mindfulness training on supportive communication, emotional intelligence, and human caring among nursing students. Perspect Psychiatr Care 2022; 58:2552-2561. [PMID: 35426149 DOI: 10.1111/ppc.13093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2021] [Revised: 03/23/2022] [Accepted: 04/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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PURPOSE This study was aimed to investigate the impact of mindfulness training on supportive communication and human caring ability among nursing students. DESIGN AND METHODS Sixty nursing students were randomly divided into the mindfulness group who accepted 8-week mindfulness training and the control group who attended two 2-h lectures about mindfulness in 8 weeks. All of them completed the Supporting Communication Scale (SCS), Emotional Intelligence Scale (EIS), and Caring Ability Inventory (CAI) before training (T1), after it (T2), and at 3-month follow-up (T3). FINDINGS The mindfulness group showed higher scores on SCS, EIS, and CAI than the control group at both T2 and T3, and improvements in emotional intelligence partially mediated the training effects on supportive communication. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Mindfulness training could be applied to improve the abilities of communication and human caring during nursing education.
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- Center for Mental Health Research in School of Management, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Center for Mental Health Research in School of Management, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Center for Mental Health Research in School of Management, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Psychological Guidance Center, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Psychological Guidance Center, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Center for Mental Health Research in School of Management, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Center for Mental Health Research in School of Management, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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Liu G, Chimowitz H, Isbell LM. Affective influences on clinical reasoning and diagnosis: insights from social psychology and new research opportunities. Diagnosis (Berl) 2022; 9:295-305. [PMID: 34981701 PMCID: PMC9424059 DOI: 10.1515/dx-2021-0115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2021] [Accepted: 12/13/2021] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Psychological research consistently demonstrates that affect can play an important role in decision-making across a broad range of contexts. Despite this, the role of affect in clinical reasoning and medical decision-making has received relatively little attention. Integrating the affect, social cognition, and patient safety literatures can provide new insights that promise to advance our understanding of clinical reasoning and lay the foundation for novel interventions to reduce diagnostic errors and improve patient safety. In this paper, we briefly review the ways in which psychologists differentiate various types of affect. We then consider existing research examining the influence of both positive and negative affect on clinical reasoning and diagnosis. Finally, we introduce an empirically supported theoretical framework from social psychology that explains the cognitive processes by which these effects emerge and demonstrates that cognitive interventions can alter these processes. Such interventions, if adapted to a medical context, hold great promise for reducing errors that emerge from faulty thinking when healthcare providers experience different affective responses.
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- Guanyu Liu
- Psychological and Brain Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA, USA
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- Psychological and Brain Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA, USA
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- Psychological and Brain Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA, USA
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Jiang M, Zeng J, Chen X, Rao Q, Liao M. Construction of a Model of Nurse Engagement in Long-Term Care Facilities: A Moderated-Mediation Model. Front Psychol 2022; 13:798624. [PMID: 35769753 PMCID: PMC9235920 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2022.798624] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2021] [Accepted: 05/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Aim The aim of the study is to test a moderated mediation model that focuses on job resources mediating the relationship between organizational climate and nurse engagement in the long-term care facilities and emotional intelligence moderates this mediated relationship. Background The shortage of nurses is a global problem, especially in the long-term care facilities. We integrated and extended past research exploring the influence of nurse engagement and constructed a model of nurse engagement in the long-term care facilities. Method A cross-sectional survey was conducted on 494 nurses in long-term care facilities. Nurses were asked to complete a survey of nurse engagement, organizational climate, job resources, and emotional intelligence. Results The consequence demonstrated that organizational climate increased nurse engagement directly and indirectly via job resources. In addition, emotional intelligence plays a moderation role between organizational climate and job resources. Conclusion These phenomena revealed that a good organizational climate and job resources enable nurses to be more engaged in work. Nurse with high-emotional intelligence can take advantage of resources and improve their engagement.
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Kılıç Z, Aydınlı A, Günaydin Y, Aytekin Aydın T, Günaydın Ü. Relationship Between Nurses' Compassion Level and Emotional Intelligence During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Case of City Hospitals. J Holist Nurs 2022; 41:101-109. [PMID: 35369769 PMCID: PMC10113912 DOI: 10.1177/08980101221089471] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Purpose: The purpose of this descriptive study is to determine the relationship between nurses' compassion level and emotional intelligence during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: A cross-sectional design was used to collect data from a sample of 218 nurses who volunteered to participate. Data were collected using the descriptive information form, the compassion scale (CS), and the revised Schutte emotional intelligence scale (RSEIS). Findings: The nurses' total CS score was 97.51 ± 1, and their total RSEIS score was 152.1 ± 14.8. In our study, a moderate, positive, and significant relationship was found between nurses' compassion level and emotional intelligence levels. Conclusions: It was determined that nurses within the scope of the study had a high level of compassion and a medium-high level of emotional intelligence during the COVID-19 pandemic process. Initiatives should be planned to develop emotional intelligence, which helps to minimize the negative effects of the pandemic on nurses and prevent negative emotions.
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McCallum RS, Kirkpatrick BA, Heidel RE, Rocconi L, Price CN, Gee KN, Lewis JM. Validating a Novel Emotional Intelligence Instrument for Resident Physicians. Eval Health Prof 2022; 45:277-287. [PMID: 35191356 DOI: 10.1177/01632787211061420] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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To construct and validate a scale of emotional intelligence (EI) for the medical field, n = 80 resident physicians responded to a 69-item self-report measure during the pilot phase of development of the Scale of Emotional Functioning: Medicine (SEF:MED). Based on multiple-phase item and structural analyses, a final 36-item version was created based on data from n = 321 respondent residents. Initially exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) supported the expected three-factor solution as did additional CFA from a second sample of n = 113 participants. Internal consistency reliabilities obtained from the original n = 321 residents for the three SEF:MED subscales of Interpersonal Skills (IS), Emotional Awareness (EA), and Emotional Management (EM) were 0.81, 0.82, and 0.84, respectively. Alphas for the second CFA data set were 0.89, 0.87, and 0.88 for IS, EM, and EA, respectively. In addition, the SEF:MED was validated by comparing it to related measures (i.e., the Profile of Emotional Competence (PEC) and the Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services Survey for Medical Personnel [MBI-HSS (MP)]); Correlation coefficients between the Total EI composite on the SEF:MED and the PEC global scales ranged from r = 0.64 to 0.68. Finally, correlation coefficients from the Total EI composite on the SEF:MED significantly related to the MBI-HSS (MP) Emotional Exhaustion (EE), Depersonalization (DP), and Personal Accomplishment (PA) scales (r = -0.50, -0.44, and 0.52, respectively). The SEF:MED may provide useful data to physicians and other medical professionals as they consider their own well-being and how it may affect care of their patients.
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- R Steve McCallum
- Educational Psychology and Counseling, 187790UT College of Education Health and Human Sciences, Knoxville, TN, USA
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- Educational Psychology and Counseling, 187790UT College of Education Health and Human Sciences, Knoxville, TN, USA
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- Department of Surgery, 37355The University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville, TN, USA
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- Educational Psychology and Counseling, 187790UT College of Education Health and Human Sciences, Knoxville, TN, USA
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- Educational Psychology and Counseling, 187790UT College of Education Health and Human Sciences, Knoxville, TN, USA
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- Department of Surgery, 37355The University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville, TN, USA
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- Department of Surgery, 37355The University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville, TN, USA
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Emotional intelligence of nurses caring for COVID-19 patients: A cross-sectional study. Arch Psychiatr Nurs 2022; 36:24-27. [PMID: 35094821 PMCID: PMC8570798 DOI: 10.1016/j.apnu.2021.10.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2021] [Revised: 08/24/2021] [Accepted: 10/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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PURPOSE The aim of this study was to assess the emotional intelligence of nurses caring for COVID-19 patients. METHODS This was a descriptive cross-sectional study that was conducted from May to July 2020 in Tehran, Iran. Nurses caring for patients with COVID-19 were requested to fill in Bradbury and Graves's questionnaire online using a questionnaire in electronic format. RESULTS Finally 211 nurses completed the questionnaires. Most of the nurses were working in critical care wards and caring for critical patients (61.6). Nurses' emotional intelligence was reported to be 63.19 (8.22). In general, the nurses' emotional intelligence was moderate. Between the dimensions, self-awareness and self-management had the highest scores. Also, the lowest score was related to self-management. The ward type and complexity of care had no effect on the scores of emotional intelligence. Nurses caring for patients with moderate disease severity had a higher relationship management score than nurses caring for critically ill patients (P < 0.05). CONCLUSION The total score of emotional intelligence was moderate. Due to the continuation of the COVID-19 pandemic and the possibility of mental and physical fatigue of health care workers, improving emotional intelligence can be effective in resilience and stability of the psychological status of employees.
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Cross AJ, Buchbinder R, Mathieson S, Bourne A, Maher CG, Lin CWC, O'Connor DA. Barriers and enablers to monitoring and deprescribing opioid analgesics for chronic non-cancer pain: a systematic review with qualitative evidence synthesis using the Theoretical Domains Framework. BMJ Qual Saf 2022; 31:387-400. [DOI: 10.1136/bmjqs-2021-014186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2021] [Accepted: 12/06/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BackgroundUnderstanding barriers and enablers to monitoring and deprescribing opioids will enable the development of tailored interventions to improve both practices.ObjectiveTo perform a qualitative evidence synthesis of the barriers and enablers to monitoring ongoing appropriateness and deprescribing of opioids for chronic non-cancer pain (CNCP) and to map the findings to the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF).MethodsWe included English-language qualitative studies that explored healthcare professional (HCP), patient, carer and the general public’s perceptions regarding monitoring and deprescribing opioids for CNCP. We searched MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), Allied and Complementary Medicine Database (AMED) and PsycINFO from inception to August 2020. Two authors independently selected the studies, extracted the data, assessed the methodological quality using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme, and assessed the confidence in the findings using GRADE CERQual (Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation Confidence in the Evidence from Reviews of Qualitative Research). We used an inductive approach to synthesis of qualitative data and mapped identified themes to TDF domains.ResultsFrom 6948 records identified we included 21 studies, involving 209 HCPs and 330 patients. No studies involved carers or the general public. Five barrier themes were identified: limited alternatives to opioids, management of pain is top priority, patient understanding, expectations and experiences, prescriber pressures, and reluctance to change. Four enabler themes were identified: negative effects of opioids and benefits of deprescribing, clear communication and expectations for deprescribing, support for patients, and support for prescribers. 16 barrier and 12 enabler subthemes were identified; most were graded as high (n=15) or moderate (n=9) confidence. The TDF domains ‘beliefs about consequences’, ‘environmental context and resources’, ‘social influences’ and ‘emotion’ were salient for patients and HCPs. The domains ‘skills’ and ‘beliefs about capabilities’ were more salient for HCPs.ConclusionFuture implementation interventions aimed at monitoring and deprescribing opioids should target the patient and HCP barriers and enablers identified in this synthesis.PROSPERO registration numberCRD42019140784.
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Strickland HP, Cheshire MH, Mensch Z. A comparison of emotional intelligence in traditional BSN and RN to BSN nursing students. TEACHING AND LEARNING IN NURSING 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.teln.2021.06.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Kim J, Shin S. Development of the Nursing Practice Readiness Scale for new graduate nurses: A methodological study. Nurse Educ Pract 2022; 59:103298. [DOI: 10.1016/j.nepr.2022.103298] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2021] [Revised: 10/31/2021] [Accepted: 01/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Chandrapal J, Park C, Holtschneider M, Doty J, Taylor D. Using Individual Assessments as a Tool for Formative Feedback on Emotional Intelligence Training Programs in Healthcare Learners. JOURNAL OF MEDICAL EDUCATION AND CURRICULAR DEVELOPMENT 2022; 9:23821205221079567. [PMID: 35493967 PMCID: PMC9047036 DOI: 10.1177/23821205221079567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Emotional Intelligence (EI) is a skillset that influences and impacts an individual's ability to create, foster, and maintain strong relationships. In healthcare settings optimal patient centered care exists when teamwork, critical thinking, selfless service, integrity, and emotional intelligence are effectively practiced. While various methods exist to teach EI in the preprofessional and professional settings, the assessment of the efficacy of these types of training remains elusive. We propose a novel use of EI assessments to determine the effectiveness of EI programs and suggest that the information obtained can help shape and improve future EI education. METHODS Volunteer participants involved in the 2020-2021 Feagin Leadership Program (FLP) at Duke University were recruited for this study. FLP is a one year program that aims to train healthcare leadership skills, with a special emphasis on EI. It is comprised of various stages of healthcare learners with a desire to improve their healthcare leadership skills. All participants took both an EI self-assessment (SSEIT) and EI ability assessment (MSCEIT) both before and after a dedicated 5-hour EI educational session. Individuals must have completed both a pre- and post-test for at least one assessment to be included in the study. Apart from standard descriptive statistics, Wilcoxon sign rank tests were utilized to determine the effectiveness of the educational session by comparing pre- and post-tests within each assessment. A Spearman's rank correlation coefficient was used to compare the results of the SSEIT and MSCEIT. RESULTS A total of 32 FLP scholars initially participated in which 18 completed all assessments. Average age was 29 years old and consisted of medical students (n = 16), residents (n = 7), fellows (n = 7), advanced practice provider (n = 1) and a researcher (n = 1). Group analysis of the SSEIT pre and post scores were 131 (±13, range 98-149) and 136(± 13, 106-105), respectively which were statistically significant. Pre and post MSCEIT scores were 102 (±20, range 32-141) and 103 (±12, range 80-121), which were not significant. The EI branches with the highest score on each test was Managing Own Emotions and Understanding Emotions for the SSEIT and MSCEIT respectively while Perceiving Emotions was the lowest for both assessments. Comparison of the SSEIT and MSCEIT demonstrated a moderate correlation that was statistically significant. DISCUSSION In our study participants felt their EI improved following the EI educational session, however this did not appear translate into their actual ability. This could be a function of self-report bias or a limitation of the EI assessments. More studies in this space are needed to make this determination. Additionally, the strengths of this specific program were within the strategic use of emotions therefore in the future more attention should be placed on experiential use of emotions, specifically perceiving emotions. As EI education and training becomes more prevalent it is important to not only accurately assess an individual's EI ability but also the effectiveness of the education being presented. We propose that EI assessments can be utilized as a tool to measure the effectiveness of EI education and receive formative programmatic feedback.
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- Jason Chandrapal
- Department of Clinical Simulation, Durham VA Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA
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- Department of Clinical Simulation, Durham VA Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA
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- Department of Clinical Simulation, Durham VA Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA
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The moderating effect of emotional competence on job satisfaction and organisational commitment of healthcare professionals. BMC Health Serv Res 2021; 21:1257. [PMID: 34800998 PMCID: PMC8605519 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-021-07234-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2020] [Accepted: 10/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Background Healthcare organisations, such as hospitals, are largely seen as task-oriented, width different people expected to work in interdependent teams. The objective of this study was to investigate the relevance of individual factors (job satisfaction) and individual competences (emotional competence) for organisational commitment in a sample of healthcare professionals. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 96 healthcare professionals from March to June 2018 in the catchment area of five clinics in Bavaria, Germany. The present research examined the moderating role of emotional competence on the relationship between job satisfaction and organisational commitment using moderated regression analysis and simple slope analysis. Results Multiple regression analysis indicated that emotional competence moderated the relationship between satisfaction with the job and commitment to the job. The results showed that healthcare professionals with high emotional competence are able to deal more effectively with dissatisfaction in the workplace so that organisational commitment remains unaffected. Conclusions Based on the findings of this study emotional competence of healthcare professionals is important for increasing job satisfaction and commitment to the job. Especially for healthcare professionals whose job satisfaction is low, a high level of emotional competence enables them to maintain a high level of organisational commitment. The findings of the study are discussed at the theoretical level for researchers and practical level for hospital managers interested in fostering emotional competence and improving healthcare professionals’ job satisfaction and their organisational commitment, which ultimately may lead to effective performance. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12913-021-07234-1.
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Al-Ruzzieh MA, Ayaad O. Impact of nurses' emotional intelligence on the implementation of a professional practice model in cancer care. BRITISH JOURNAL OF NURSING (MARK ALLEN PUBLISHING) 2021; 30:1110-1116. [PMID: 34723661 DOI: 10.12968/bjon.2021.30.19.1110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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AIM To examine the impact of emotional intelligence on the effective implementation of a professional practice model in a specialised cancer centre. METHODS The study used a cross-sectional design with 580 frontline nurses at King Hussein Cancer Center, Jordan. The sample was selected using a convenience sampling technique. Data were collected using two self-administered questionnaires to measure emotional intelligence and professional practice. RESULTS The overall mean value of emotional intelligence was 5.60 out of 6 (SD=0.78), while the overall mean value for the implementation of the professional practice model was 4.76/5 (SD=0.59). The results showed that the overall mean value of emotional intelligence had a significant positive correlation with the effective implementation of the professional practice model (r=0.580, P<0.001), even after adjusting for the participants' demographics (P<0.001). CONCLUSION Emotional intelligence can be considered a predictor for the effective implementation of a professional practice model.
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- Specialist Nursing Evidence Based Practice, King Hussein Cancer Center, Amman, Jordan
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Maillet S, Read E. Work Environment Characteristics and Emotional Intelligence as Correlates of Nurses' Compassion Satisfaction and Compassion Fatigue: A Cross-Sectional Survey Study. NURSING REPORTS 2021; 11:847-858. [PMID: 34968273 PMCID: PMC8715460 DOI: 10.3390/nursrep11040079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2021] [Revised: 10/17/2021] [Accepted: 10/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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This cross-sectional survey study examined the relationship between Canadian nurses' work environment characteristics, emotional intelligence, compassion fatigue and compassion satisfaction (n = 1271). Psychological demands, decision latitude, supervisor and coworker support, and emotional intelligence (EI) were significantly correlated with nurses' compassion satisfaction and compassion fatigue, except for two EI subscales. Furthermore, these relationships were stronger for compassion satisfaction than compassion fatigue, suggesting that they are influenced by different factors. Our results highlight the importance of creating reasonable psychological demands, empowering nurses to make decisions in their jobs, supportive relationships at work, and fostering the development of nurses' EI.
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- Stephanie Maillet
- Faculté d’Administration, Campus de Moncton, Université de Moncton, Moncton, NB E1A 3E9, Canada
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- Faculty of Nursing, University of New Brunswick, Moncton, NB E1C 0L2, Canada;
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Khademi E, Abdi M, Saeidi M, Piri S, Mohammadian R. Emotional Intelligence and Quality of Nursing Care: A Need for Continuous Professional Development. IRANIAN JOURNAL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY RESEARCH 2021; 26:361-367. [PMID: 34422618 PMCID: PMC8344623 DOI: 10.4103/ijnmr.ijnmr_268_19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2020] [Revised: 02/23/2020] [Accepted: 03/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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Background: Emotional Intelligence (EI) is necessary for personal and professional success. This study aimed to determine the relationship between EI and quality of nursing care from the viewpoint of nurses and patients. Materials and Methods: This descriptive correlational study was conducted using convenience sampling to select the patients (n = 300) and census sampling to select the nurses (n = 100) at Amir Alam Hospital in Tabriz, Iran, in 2018. The data collection tools were the Quality Patient Care Scale (QUALPAC) and EI test by Bradberry-Greaves. Data analysis was performed in SPSS Version 20, using t-test, ANOVA, Chi-square, Pearson's correlation test, and multivariate analysis. Results: The mean (SD) score of EI was 91.17 (12.33) in nurses, and the mean (SD) score of nursing care quality was 184.01 (37.41) and 202.22 (22.30) from the viewpoint of patients and nurses, respectively. There was no significant difference between the two viewpoints (p = 0.652). However, there was a significant correlation between the nurses' EI and quality of nursing care (r = 1.00, p < 0.001). The educational level was the strongest predictor of increase in nursing care quality from the patients' viewpoint, according to the multivariate analysis (β = −0.27, p < 0.001). Conclusions: EI positively affects the quality of nursing care and its dimensions. Therefore, it is recommended that nursing policymakers consider educational programs to strengthen the nurses' EI and enhance the quality of nursing care. Patients, similar to nurses, can be proper indicators of the quality of nursing care; accordingly, simultaneous use of these indicators is suggested.
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- Elmira Khademi
- Department of Nursing, Maragheh Branch, Islamic Azad University, Maragheh, Iran
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- Student of Medical Education, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Department of Emergency and Critical Care, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Qom University of Medical Sciences, Qom, Iran
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- Department of Nursing, Maragheh Branch, Islamic Azad University, Maragheh, Iran
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- Department of Nursing, Maragheh Branch, Islamic Azad University, Maragheh, Iran
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Asakura K, Occhiuto K, Tarshis S, Dubrowski A. Designing and Conducting Healthcare Simulations: Contributions From Social Work. Cureus 2021; 13:e16193. [PMID: 34367797 PMCID: PMC8336964 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.16193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Spurred on by medical education, the last decade has seen a steady increase in simulation-based teaching, learning, and student assessment in social work. Using professional actors trained to portray realistic client scenarios, social work students are afforded risk-free opportunities to rehearse and develop various competencies in working with these simulated patients (SP). This pedagogy is particularly relevant for social work students and practitioners because of the highly vulnerable and marginalized nature of the clients they work with (e.g., suicide intervention, child protection decision-making). In this editorial, we briefly discuss the competency frameworks respectively designed for medicine and other healthcare professionals as well as social work. We highlight ways in which simulation educators might design teaching, learning, and student assessment in preparing healthcare professionals for holistic competence. In doing so, this editorial articulates contributions of social work to broader healthcare simulation education.
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- Kenta Asakura
- School of Social Work, Carleton University, Ottawa, CAN
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- School of Social Work, Carleton University, Ottawa, CAN
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Ontario Tech University, North Oshawa, CAN
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Lu YL, Shorey S. Nurses' perceptions of emotional intelligence in the clinical setting: A qualitative systematic review. J Nurs Manag 2021; 29:2453-2460. [PMID: 34216499 DOI: 10.1111/jonm.13406] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2021] [Revised: 05/22/2021] [Accepted: 06/30/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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AIM The aim of the study is to explore available literature on nurses'/midwives' perceptions of emotional intelligence in the clinical setting. BACKGROUND Emotional intelligence is a crucial skill in nursing practice but little is known about nurses' perceptions of it. EVALUATION Eight electronic databases (CINAHL, Cochrane, Embase, ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global, PsycInfo, PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science) were searched until November 2020. Quality appraisal was performed using the Critical Appraisal Skills Program Checklist. Data analysis was conducted using Sandelowski and Barroso's two-step approach of meta-summary and meta-synthesis. KEY ISSUES Five themes emerged from the 17 included studies: (1) understanding emotional intelligence in clinical nursing, (2) nurses' utilization of emotional intelligence, (3) benefits of being an emotionally intelligent nurse, (4) barriers to developing emotional intelligence and (5) recommendations to enhance emotional intelligence. CONCLUSIONS Nurses expressed interest in enhancing their emotional intelligence, and they identified barriers and provided corresponding recommendations to support their endeavours. Future studies should be geographically distributed and include nurses from all sectors of the profession to amass a holistic and comprehensive conceptual understanding of emotional intelligence. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING MANAGEMENT Policy makers and nursing educators should tactically and successfully integrate emotional intelligence training into the nursing profession and curricula.
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- Yen Ling Lu
- National Healthcare Group Polyclinics, Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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Dominguez-Lara S, Campos-Uscanga Y. Estructura interna de una medida breve de inteligencia emocional en estudiantes mexicanos de ciencias de la salud. EDUCACIÓN MÉDICA 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.edumed.2019.10.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Dugué M, Sirost O, Dosseville F. A literature review of emotional intelligence and nursing education. Nurse Educ Pract 2021; 54:103124. [PMID: 34175653 DOI: 10.1016/j.nepr.2021.103124] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2020] [Revised: 06/14/2021] [Accepted: 06/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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AIM The purpose of this study is to investigate the current state of knowledge about emotional intelligence (EI) in nursing education BACKGROUND: Human relationships and emotions are an integral part of nursing care and contribute to care quality. This part of the profession must be addressed in nursing education to prepare students and deal with their emotions and the patients's. Research on emotional intelligence (EI) in nursing has been particularly developed recently. A broad understanding of many benefits of EI is crucial to include EI in this training program. DESIGN Systematic literature review METHODS: Undertaken using electronic database (Cairn; PubMed; Science Direct; Wiley online library) and specific search terms. This research covered articles published in English and French between 2007 and 2021. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis guidelines (PRISMA) directed the systematic review process. RESULTS 57 articles are included in this systematic review. The literature focuses on EI and nursing education. The findings categorized into four themes: EI and performances; EI and Physical and mental health; EI and Social Relationship; and EI program. CONCLUSIONS This literature review reveals that EI has many benefits in nursing students. Several training programs aimed at developing this concept have proven to be effective in nursing education. We believe that a synthesis of this knowledge will then allow us to better understand the benefits of EI for a further implementation in nursing education. Perspectives and recommendations will also be formulated to enable the implementation of emotional skill development programs in such training.
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- Manon Dugué
- Université Rouen Normandie, 76130 Mont Saint Aignan, France; EA3832 Centre d'Etudes des Transformations des Activités Physiques et Sportives, 76821 Mont Saint Aignan, France.
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- Université Rouen Normandie, 76130 Mont Saint Aignan, France; EA3832 Centre d'Etudes des Transformations des Activités Physiques et Sportives, 76821 Mont Saint Aignan, France
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- Université Caen Normandie, UMR-S 1075, 14032 Caen, France; INSERM, UMR-S 1075 COMETE, 14032 Caen, France
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James K, Hawley B, McCoy CR, Lindley LC. Challenges and Opportunities of Providing Pediatric Funeral Services: A National Survey of Funeral Professionals. Am J Hosp Palliat Care 2021; 39:289-294. [PMID: 34036797 DOI: 10.1177/10499091211019298] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Funeral professionals offer a unique opportunity to support, educate, and advocate for grieving families after the death of a child. From the initial point of contact to the burial, funeral professionals shape the final moments and memories of a family and a community. And yet, little is known about the needs of funeral professionals to provide high quality services when a child dies. OBJECTIVES To conduct a needs assessment among funeral professionals in conducting funeral services for children. METHODS Active National Funeral Directors Association members were surveyed on their experience and needs in providing pediatric funeral services. The survey contained 41 questions about experience, skills, and knowledge in providing pediatric funerals. The survey included multiple choice, yes/no, and open-ended questions. Descriptive statistics were generated from the survey items and comments/open-ended questions were coded and assessed for themes. RESULTS More than 200 responses were received. The respondents conducted 43 pediatric funeral services in a 5-year period (approx. 8 services/year). The top 5 self-identified training needs included grieving parents, grieving siblings, memorials, comforting the community, and outreach. Themes from the open-ended questions were (a) maintaining professionalism, (b) managing emotions and experiences, (c) assessing family dynamics, (d) managing professional skills, and (e) building collaborative networks. CONCLUSIONS Specific training needs were identified that will inform the development of targeted training for funeral professionals to improve their skills and knowledge of pediatric funeral services.
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- Kristin James
- 442693Greater Illinois Pediatric Palliative Care Coalition, Evanston, IL, USA
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- Pediatric Palliative Care Coalition, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- College of Nursing, 16166University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, USA
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- College of Nursing, 16166University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, USA
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Jiménez-Picón N, Romero-Martín M, Ponce-Blandón JA, Ramirez-Baena L, Palomo-Lara JC, Gómez-Salgado J. The Relationship between Mindfulness and Emotional Intelligence as a Protective Factor for Healthcare Professionals: Systematic Review. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18105491. [PMID: 34065519 PMCID: PMC8161054 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18105491] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2021] [Revised: 04/29/2021] [Accepted: 05/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Emotional intelligence is an essential trait and skill for healthcare professionals. Mindfulness meditation has proved to be effective in increasing the wellbeing of those who practice it, leading to better mental health, self-care and job satisfaction. This paper aims to identify the recent evidence on the relationship between mindfulness and emotional intelligence among healthcare professionals and students. A systematic review was conducted including the databases PubMed, Cinhal, PsycINFO and Web of Science. The main variables were emotional intelligence skills and mindfulness practice. Data were extracted according to the following outcomes: authors, year of publication, country, study design, participants, mindfulness training intervention, tools used in data collection and main results. The following inclusion criteria were applied: peer-reviewed articles; published in English or Spanish; published between 2010 and 2020; quantitative methodology; a study population of healthcare professionals or students; the relationship with the aim of the study. The Joanna Briggs Institute criteria were followed for assessing the methodological quality of the selected studies. Three researchers were involved in the review. After the selection process, 10 studies were selected out of the 197 references initially identified. These studies revealed a positive relationship between mindfulness and emotional intelligence, particularly the capacity to regulate emotions. Furthermore, mindfulness is negatively related to emotional exhaustion. Training interventions based on mindfulness have proved to be useful in promoting emotional balance, emotional awareness, emotional acceptance, emotion recognition, expressive suppression and a reduction in emotional exhaustion. This study could serve as a basis for further research on the benefits of emotional intelligence and practicing mindfulness for the bio-psycho-social welfare of healthcare professionals.
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- Nerea Jiménez-Picón
- Centro Universitario de Enfermería Cruz Roja, University of Seville, 41009 Sevilla, Spain; (N.J.-P.); (J.A.P.-B.); (L.R.-B.); (J.C.P.-L.)
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- Centro Universitario de Enfermería Cruz Roja, University of Seville, 41009 Sevilla, Spain; (N.J.-P.); (J.A.P.-B.); (L.R.-B.); (J.C.P.-L.)
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- Centro Universitario de Enfermería Cruz Roja, University of Seville, 41009 Sevilla, Spain; (N.J.-P.); (J.A.P.-B.); (L.R.-B.); (J.C.P.-L.)
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- Centro Universitario de Enfermería Cruz Roja, University of Seville, 41009 Sevilla, Spain; (N.J.-P.); (J.A.P.-B.); (L.R.-B.); (J.C.P.-L.)
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- Department of Sociology, Social Work and Public Health, Faculty of Labour Sciences, University of Huelva, 21007 Huelva, Spain;
- Safety and Health Postgraduate Programme, Universidad Espíritu Santo, Guayaquil, Ecuador
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Hwang HL, Tu CT, Kuo TY. Correlates of perceived caring behaviour of formal caregivers in long-term care facilities: A cross-sectional survey. Scand J Caring Sci 2021; 36:225-234. [PMID: 33778974 DOI: 10.1111/scs.12981] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2020] [Revised: 02/05/2021] [Accepted: 02/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Researchers have identified several factors that correlate with the caring behaviours of formal caregivers in long-term care facilities (LTCFs). However, a limited range of socio-demographic factors has been discussed, and no studies have discussed the combined effects of the institutional characteristics of the LTCF and the personal characteristics (i.e. bio-psycho-socio-spiritual attributes) of the formal caregiver on the caring behaviour. AIM The aim of this study was to examine caring behaviours of formal caregivers for older residents of LTCFs and to explore factors that explain and predict the caring behaviours of them. METHODS A valid sample of 224 formal caregivers (nurses and nurse aids) employed at 56 LTCFs (21 nursing homes and 35 assisted living facilities) was analysed. Hierarchical regression analysis with two-tailed significance test was used to investigate whether the caring behaviours of the caregivers were independently associated with the characteristics of the caregivers or the institutions. FINDINGS Caring behaviours of the formal caregivers had significant positive associations with their job satisfaction (β = 0.152, p < 0.05) and with their perceived satisfaction of LTCF residents (β = 0.214, p < 0.001).The organisational-level analysis revealed that caring behaviours had positive associations with accreditation level (β = 0.163, p < 0.01) and with nurse-aid staffing level (β = 0.126, p < 0.05). Additionally, the caring behaviour had positive associations with their attitude towards older adults (β = 0.193, p < 0.01) and with their self-transcendence (β = 0.184, p < 0.01). These two factors explained 42.2% of the variance in the caring behaviours of caregivers. CONCLUSION AND IMPLICATIONS Caring behaviours were related to both personal characteristics (attributes, mindset) and organisational characteristics. By clarifying factors in the caring behaviours of caregivers, this study provides information that LTCFs can use to develop strategies for managing their caregivers and that policymakers can use to establish and implement healthcare policies for older populations.
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- Huei-Lih Hwang
- Nursing Department, National Tainan Junior College of Nursing, Tainan, Taiwan
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- Office of Teacher Education and Careers Service, National Kaohsiung Normal University, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan
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Di Fabio A, Saklofske DH. The relationship of compassion and self-compassion with personality and emotional intelligence. PERSONALITY AND INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES 2021; 169:110109. [PMID: 32394994 PMCID: PMC7211602 DOI: 10.1016/j.paid.2020.110109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2020] [Revised: 05/07/2020] [Accepted: 05/08/2020] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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The two studies presented in this article examine the relationships of personality traits and trait emotional intelligence (EI) with compassion and self-compassion in samples of Italian workers. Study 1 explored the relationship between trait EI and both compassion and self-compassion, controlling for the effects of personality traits in 219 workers of private Italian organizations. Hierarchical regression analyses revealed that trait EI explained variance beyond that accounted for by personality traits in relation to both compassion and self-compassion. Study 2 analyzed the contribution of trait EI in mediating the relationship between personality traits and both compassion and self-compassion of 231 workers from public Italian organizations with results supporting the mediating role of trait EI.
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- Annamaria Di Fabio
- Department of Education, Languages, Intercultures, Literatures and Psychology (Psychology Section), University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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Alonazi WB. The Impact of Emotional Intelligence on Job Performance During COVID-19 Crisis: A Cross-Sectional Analysis. Psychol Res Behav Manag 2020; 13:749-757. [PMID: 33061691 PMCID: PMC7520462 DOI: 10.2147/prbm.s263656] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2020] [Accepted: 09/08/2020] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND During a pandemic, healthcare professionals encounter various health hazards that affect their personal life and workplace. Emotional intelligence (EI) has a substantial impact on nurses' success and performance in the healthcare industry. However, previous research studies report inconsistent findings regarding how different levels of EI affect job performance (JP), particularly during pandemics. The present study contributes to the literature on this contemporary topic by investigating the impact of EI on JP among nurses during COVID-19 crisis management in Saudi Arabia (SA). METHODS In a convenience sampling, 340 nurses from three tertiary hospitals completed an online survey assessing EI and JP during COVID-19 climax levels in March and April, 2020. Only nurses who had direct contact with patients diagnosed with COVID-19 were eligible. The Wong & Law EI scale (WLEIS) was used in a cross-sectional design to determine participants' EI. Empirically, JP was measured by the Individual Work Performance Questionnaire (IWPQ). Data analysis was performed using SPSS statistical software version 20.0 (IBM Corp). RESULTS Generally, nurses reported, out of a 5-point Likert scale, moderate to high levels of EI (M = 3.99, SD = 0.434). Nurses in critical care units demonstrated the highest levels of EI, followed by nurses in intensive care, neonatal intensive care, then general nurses. Nurses working in respiratory therapy demonstrated the lowest levels. Across all groups during crisis, nurses reported a significant impact of EI on JP (β = 0.389, p < 0.01). CONCLUSION Nurses reported satisfactory levels of EI, and most of their practices were aligned with national standards during COVID-19, but slightly in inverse to EI. However, more research is necessary to understand the greater impact of stressors influencing JP to the extent that levels of EI are no longer satisfactory.
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- Wadi B Alonazi
- Health and Hospital Administration, College of Business Administration, King Saud University, Riyadh11587, Saudi Arabia
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