Major disaster, profound impact: A qualitative examination of emergency department nurses’ experiences during the 2023 Turkey Maraş earthquake

This study provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges and experiences encountered by emergency department nurses during the Kahramanmaraş earthquake. The physical and environmental challenges, material shortages, and coordination deficiencies experienced by the nurses represented significant obstacles in disaster management. Additionally, the experiences related to team formation, emergency triage, and psychological support underscore the critical importance of nurses' ability to effectively intervene during crises.