Keywords

COVID-19, emergency nursing, mental health moral distress

 

Authors

  1. Virani, Salima Bano RN, BSCN, MHSC, CCNE, CCSNE

Abstract

Abstract: ED nurses are at high risk for developing moral distress during the COVID-19 pandemic. Predisposing factors include limited resources, inadequate staffing, PPE shortages, and caring for vulnerable populations. This article explores personal and organizational strategies to help nurses cope with moral distress.