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Drafting Your AbstractYour Topic Area:
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DRAFTING THE ABSTRACT – Draft the abstract of your final paper. Remember to meet the limits of
150-250 words in the final version of the abstract. You may handwrite or type your draft in the spaces
provided, or you may word process, and attach your abstract. This is a draft. You will revisit it when
you have completed your final paper, and revise it as needed, based on your final product.
Part 1 –
State the healthcare issue/topic & problem
This should be based on your problem statement, but revised for brevity:
Part 2 –
Explain the methods/procedures/approaches
Outline the perspectives of inquiry in your preferred order. If appropriate, discuss
the research process you used, and/or the key research sources you employed:
Part 3 –
Reveal your results and findings (understandings from inquiry papers)
Briefly describe the key take-aways or major/main points from each of the inquiry
sections:
Part 4 –
Disclose/expose your concluding solution
Avoid the details, but divulge the solution you will propose in the concluding section:
Drafting Your Abstract
Your Topic Area:
_______________________________________
DRAFTING THE ABSTRACT – Draft the abstract of your final paper. Remember to meet the limits of
150-250 words in the final version of the abstract. You may handwrite or type your draft in the spaces
provided, or you may word process, and attach your abstract. This is a draft. You will revisit it when
you have completed your final paper, and revise it as needed, based on your final product.
Part 1 –
State the healthcare issue/topic & problem
This should be based on your problem statement, but revised for brevity:
Part 2 –
Explain the methods/procedures/approaches
Outline the perspectives of inquiry in your preferred order. If appropriate, discuss
the research process you used, and/or the key research sources you employed:
Part 3 –
Reveal your results and findings (understandings from inquiry papers)
Briefly describe the key take-aways or major/main points from each of the inquiry sections:
Part 4 –
Disclose/expose your concluding solution
Avoid the details, but divulge the solution you will propose in the concluding section:
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Anna Gezalyan Ethical/Cultural Inquiry Paper
Anna Gezalyan
West Coast University
Capstone
Professor Mirzatoni
December 04,2022
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Nursing Stress
Stress among nurses is a problem that affects healthcare. A recent survey of registered
nurses found that 59% are frequently or always experiencing high levels of stress, and nearly
one-third reported feeling burned out from their job. This has serious consequences for the
healthcare system, including longer hospital stays, which can have an effect throughout the
health care system as a whole. It’s important to be aware of how stress is affecting those working
in the nursing field in order to do something about it before it becomes a larger problem
(Chatzigianni et al., 2018). In many professions, one of the symptoms of stress is burnout. This
can come in the form of exhaustion, cynicism, and depression. Stress at work can be very
detrimental to your mental health and overall well-being.
According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, over 8 million
Americans suffer an occupational injury every year due to stress at work. Not only does this
affect you physically when it’s happening, but it can also affect your mental health (Norful et al.,
2021). A 2010 study from researchers at Michigan State University found that long-term
exposure to high levels of stress was associated with increased risk for depression, anxiety, and
fatigue in nurses less than five years into their careers (Chatzigianni et al., 2018). Stress among
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nurses is attributed to cultural and ethical perspectives. Therefore, the role of the essay is to
answer the following research question based on a cultural and ethical perspective.
Level 1
Which cultures or societies are most affected by the issue? Why?
Nurses’ stress levels have generally increased due to job uncertainty and overcommitment
in the workplace. Women of African-American descent and those younger than 40 are the ones
who are affected the most, as they are the ones who are in the work industry the most. The stress
levels of nurses who have a death incident with a patient they care for rise. The nurses have close
relationships with the patients, so it is stressful that they can care for someone and then the
patient dies. The working hours and the job they do all contribute to the stress; hence, they need
to be cared for differently (Bardhan et al., 2019). The older nurses are more susceptible to the
stress level because they have already experienced stressful situations. Young nurses have been
raised in a society where their parents have good health, which puts a lot of pressure on them to
look the same. Therefore, they feel the need to live up to the standard that is expected of them.
The younger nurses feel that they cannot start over; hence, nurses do not want to go away from
what has already been done but rather work harder (Chatzigianni et al., 2018). They are
pressured into doing something that has already been done by others, thus leaving no room for
something new.
What laws govern or pertain to the issue?
The number of people reporting mental health issues is ever-increasing. A recent survey
found that one in five people aged 18-34 reported at least one mental health issue in the previous
year, and many more reported having experienced a mental health episode at some point in the
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past. Nurses have been found to have a higher prevalence of many different types of disorders,
such as depression, anxiety, insomnia, and clinical burnout (Bardhan et al., 2019). Working a
demanding job with low pay, long hours, and high patient workloads can put nurses under
extreme pressure, which may lead to mental distress. Nurses may also be vulnerable to
developing psychiatric disorders as a result of occupational hazards such as exposure to violence
or death on the job.
Nurses are more likely to experience high stress levels than other professions. Studies
have found that nurses are more than twice as likely to suffer from depression as police officers
and prison officers, and eight times more likely to commit suicide. The Health and Safety
Executive (HSE) provides guidance on managing stress in the workplace (Bardhan et al., 2019).
The HSE estimates that in 2008/9, there were 38 million working days lost due to work-related
stress, depression, or anxiety. Furthermore, they estimate that stress-related sickness absence
costs nursing businesses approximately £3 billion per year.
Level 2
How does stress affect nurses in the workplace?
A new survey conducted by the University of Cincinnati College of Nursing found that
86 percent of nurses had experienced stress in their workplace in the previous 12 months and that
it was a significant factor in their decision to leave (Norful et al., 2021). Nurses’ levels of
physical or emotional stress are being monitored by the university with assistance from other
schools, including Brown University, Loyola University Chicago, and Duke University School of
Medicine. Based on different studies, over 83 percent of nurses are reported to experience
burnout from their job as a nurse (Bardhan et al., 2019). That lack of rest can cause stress-
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inducing factors such as high blood pressure and ulcers to escalate over time. Over 23 percent of
nurses have experienced depression since they began their career. To some extent, some of the
nurses experiencing different levels of stress tend to suffer from depression, which could lead to
higher incidences of chronic diseases such as heart problems and diabetes.
Nurses are often under a lot of stress. The nurses are responsible for caring for all types
of patients and are required to traverse the difficult terrain that is both a career and a calling.
Stress in nurses’ lives affects their physical health, mental health, and performance on the job.
Nurse stress can be a major problem to address, and yet nurses are not adequately trained on how
to deal with the stress (Chatzigianni et al., 2018). The American Nurses Association (ANA) has
stated that nurses have feelings of shame, embarrassment, and guilt regarding their emotional
reactions to stressful situations in their jobs. ANA also said that it is important for nurses to seek
help when they need it. Nurses are social workers whose emotional space is too often closed off
and restricted by the work itself (Bardhan et al., 2019). However, only 10% of nurses seek help;
it is estimated that about 90 percent of all nurses suffer from depression at some point in their
careers.
What is the role of culture in eradicating stress among nurses?
Stress is a significant problem among nurses, with many nurses experiencing high rates
of stress from their jobs. The ramifications of this stress have been documented as more and
more nurses are leaving the profession, partly due to burnout (Norful et al., 2021). Analysis of
available data indicates that there is a definite link between culture and the experience of workrelated stress in various settings (Chatzigianni et al., 2018). Nursing culture in particular plays an
important role in addressing the stresses experienced by nurses, allowing them to feel
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comfortable while they perform their duties. The paper discusses how a nurse’s culture impacts
her mental health and wellbeing, as well as how it can be used to reduce or eliminate stressful
situations within the nurse’s workplace. The paper concludes with recommendations on how
nursing culture can be enhanced to benefit both nurses and the general public.
Stress is a significant problem among nurses, with many nurses experiencing high rates
of stress from their jobs. The ramifications of this stress have been documented as more and
more nurses are leaving the profession, partly due to burnout (Norful et al., 2021). Analysis of
available data indicates that there is a definite link between culture and the experience of workrelated stress in various settings (Bardhan et al., 2019). Nursing culture in particular plays an
important role in addressing the stresses experienced by nurses, allowing them to feel
comfortable while they perform their duties.
Conclusion
In summary, stress can cause anxiety and depression, unhealthy coping mechanisms, and
increased chances of illness. These are symptoms that not only lead to visible negative effects on
personal lives but also to a lack of focus and productivity in the work environment. To maintain a
healthy work-life balance, healthcare providers should build resources into their projects that
counter stressors such as overwork, understaffing, and workload increases. To mitigate stress
among nurses in service delivery, it is easy to be overwhelmed by the variety of tasks involved in
delivering quality healthcare to the public. Nursing, being a complex and diverse profession,
requires an equally complex skill set. Nurses must have the ability to read and interpret data,
assess situations and problems, and provide effective patient care by utilizing skills such as
listening skills, assessment of patient needs, and the capabilities of other colleagues. Nursing
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requires attention to detail, which leads to increased demands placed on nurses and elevated
stress levels.
Additionally, it is necessary to understand that stress can occur when an individual does
not have the ability to set boundaries. When nurses lack a way to set boundaries for their own
needs and those of others, they are more likely to experience stress. By improving coping
mechanisms and stress management skills, nurses have the ability to cope with the demands that
can be a source of stress in their job. Nurses who are aware of their own personal limits and
know how to manage their time effectively are less likely to suffer from burnout caused by stress
and workplace pressure.
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References
Bardhan, R., Heaton, K., Davis, M., Chen, P., Dickinson, D. A., & Lungu, C. T. (2019). A
crosssectional study evaluates emergency department nurses’ psychosocial job stress and
health risk. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16(18),
3243.
Chatzigianni, D., Tsounis, A., Markopoulos, N., & Sarafis, P. (2018). Occupational stress
experienced by nurses working in a Greek Regional Hospital: A cross-sectional study.
Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research, 23(6), 450-457.
Norful, A. A., Rosenfeld, A., Schroeder, K., Travers, J. L., & Aliyu, S. (2021). Primary drivers
and psychological manifestations of stress in frontline healthcare workforce during the
initial COVID-19 outbreak in the United States. General Hospital Psychiatry, 69, 20-26.
