Ep.5: Moral Distress & Moral Injury

2021-08-06

https://www.nationalnursesunited.org/sites/default/files/nnu/graphics/documents/1220_Covid19_DeadlyShame_PandemicEquity_WhitePaper_FINAL.pdf Today we continue to review the White Paper written by National Nurses United: Deadly Shame: Redressing the devaluation of Registered Nurse Labor Through Pandemic Equity. Maybe, like us, you’ve heard of PTSD and burnout, but have you heard of moral injury- what many healthcare professionals are experiencing in the pandemic, additional stre...

https://www.nationalnursesunited.org/sites/default/files/nnu/graphics/documents/1220_Covid19_DeadlyShame_PandemicEquity_WhitePaper_FINAL.pdf

Today we continue to review the White Paper written by National Nurses United: Deadly Shame: Redressing the devaluation of Registered Nurse Labor Through Pandemic Equity.

Maybe, like us, you’ve heard of PTSD and burnout, but have you heard of moral injury- what many healthcare professionals are experiencing in the pandemic, additional stressors piled on top of the usual job stresses.

First we’ll define moral distress, moral injury, and discuss who’s at risk and some examples. Maybe it’ll feel less lonely for you to learn that maybe what you’re experiencing has a name, it’s common, and it’s totally normal and understandable given the work situation you’re currently in.

Can you relate to these feelings or outward symptoms in your work? We’d love to hear your examples of knowing the right thing to do for patients but not being able to provide that safe or adequate care due to institutional constraints. Share with us on IG!
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