The experiences and challenges of caring for a healthcare professional patient in intensive and acute care settings: A cross-sectional exploratory survey
In conclusion, many nurses face significant challenges and heightened stress while caring for hospitalised healthcare professionals, whether in intensive care or acute care environments. The findings highlight a critical need for enhanced training and support to address the unique dynamics and communication requirements of these situations.
Authors
- Melissa Riegel (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6738-8578)
- Thomas A. Buckley (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1902-9113)
- Lynne Hunt (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0006-9748-9261)
- Robyn Gallagher (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5588-9351)
Institutions
- The University of Sydney (AU)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Australian Critical Care
- Published
- 2025-10-31
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aucc.2025.101453
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- Healthcare professionals’ stress and burnout
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 5.63
Funders
- Australian College of Critical Care Nurses