Halperin O, Noble A, Yakov G, Raz I, Liebergall-Wischnitzer M. Exploring Midwives Coping and Functioning in the Labor Wards during the Covid-19 Pandemic from the Labour Ward Head Nurses' Perspective: A Qualitative Study.
J Nurs Manag 2022;
30:3074-3082. [PMID:
35695044 PMCID:
PMC9349910 DOI:
10.1111/jonm.13710]
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Abstract
AIM
To explore midwives' coping and functioning in the labor wards during the Covid-19 pandemic from the Labor Ward Head Nurses' perspective.
BACKGROUND
The World Health Organization announced the Covid-19 outbreak to be a pandemic in March 2020. Midwives worldwide were affected by this outbreak, working in risky environments, confronting the anxiety and fear of childbearing women.
METHODS
A qualitative study using thematic analysis was conducted using semi-structured interviews done over the telephone. Thirteen Labor Ward Head Nurses were interviewed, and the texts analyzed. The study took place in April, 2020 during the first Covid-19 lockdown in Israel.
RESULTS
Three main themes were generated in the coding process: (a) stress, fear and anxiety, (b) joint efforts, and (c) frustration.
CONCLUSION
Our study illustrates the difficulties that arose at the beginning of the pandemic, a new and unfamiliar chaotic period. Midwives' managers can use the current research to learn about actions that may assist in improving staff resilience and cohesion during times of crisis.
IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING MANAGEMENT
Understanding the psychological impact of the Covid-19 pandemic among healthcare professionals is crucial for guiding policies and interventions to maintain staff's psychological well-being.
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