Department of Medical Sciences, Astana Medical University, Astana, Kazakhstan.
British Canadian University, Obudu, Nigeria.
Afr J Reprod Health. 2024 Aug 31;28(8):67-76. doi: 10.29063/ajrh2024/v28i8.7.
The novel coronavirus has significantly impacted healthcare systems worldwide, exposing healthcare professionals (HCPs) to work-related stressors to prevent the spread of SARS-CoV-2. This study aimed to assess the occupational stress of HCPs in Lagos State, Nigeria, using a qualitative approach. The study involved nine HCPs from various departments, including doctors, nurses, and medical laboratory technicians. The main causes of stress were workload, policy changes, and extended use of personal protective gear. The study found high levels of occupational stress among HCPs, with workload being the main cause. The impact of the disease outbreak crisis on HCPs' lives and work demands was observed, with occupational demands categorized into safety risk at work and public perceptions. Employers and unions must respond to HCPs' needs for workplace protection and appropriate help to address stressors.
新型冠状病毒已对全球医疗体系造成重大影响，使医护人员（HCPs）承受工作相关压力，以防止 SARS-CoV-2 的传播。本研究采用定性方法，旨在评估尼日利亚拉各斯州的医护人员的职业压力。研究涉及来自不同部门的九名医护人员，包括医生、护士和医学实验室技术员。压力的主要原因是工作量、政策变化和个人防护设备的长时间使用。研究发现医护人员的职业压力水平很高，工作量是主要原因。观察到疾病爆发危机对医护人员生活和工作需求的影响，将职业需求分为工作场所的安全风险和公众认知。雇主和工会必须回应医护人员对工作场所保护和适当帮助以应对压力源的需求。
