Read the articles listed in the readings for this module and use them as a starting point for researching the topic of compassion fatigue, caregiver burnout, and related issues. Evaluate your sources to make sure they are academically sound and useful to your study. Compile concepts and resources to help yourself when facing burnout as you care for patients.
In 1,250-1500 words, summarize your findings. Be sure to include the following:
1. Identify the warning signs for five major concepts of compassion fatigue.
2. Present the nature of the problems and their causes.
3. Explain the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the caregiver.
4. Finally, give examples of coping strategies and resources you can use to help you, the caregiver.
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.
e-Library Resource
1. A Study of Job Stress, Stress Coping Strategies, and Job Satisfaction for Nurses Working in Middle-Level Hospital Operating Rooms
Read “A Study of Job Stress, Stress Coping Strategies, and Job Satisfaction for Nurses Working in Middle-Level Hospital Operating Rooms” by Chen, Lin, Wang, and Hou, from the Journal of Nursing Research (2009).
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2. Compassion Fatigue: Are you at Risk?
Read “Compassion Fatigue: Are you at Risk?” by Bush, from the Oncology Nursing Forum (2009).
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3. Coping Processes in a Multidisciplinary Healthcare Team
Read “Coping Processes in a Multidisciplinary Healthcare Team — a Comparison of Nurses in Cancer Care and Hospital Chaplains” by Ekedahl and Wengstrom, from the European Journal of Cancer Care (2008).
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4. Managing Stress
Read “Managing Stress in a Palliative Care Team” by Gupta and Woodman, from the Paediatric Nursing (2010).
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5. Overcoming Burnout: How to Revitalize Your Career
Read “Overcoming Burnout: How to Revitalize Your Career” by Espeland, from the Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing (2006).
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6. Program to Combat ‘Compassion Fatigue’
Read “Program to Combat ‘Compassion Fatigue’,” from the Hospice Management Advisor (2010).
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