https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3 en-us 2023-04-07 14:06:36 UTC 2025-09-28 13:38:18 UTC hello@padlet.com niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547206544 The mental health condition known as post-traumatic stress disorder is brought on by experiencing or witnessing a horrific event. Flashbacks, nightmares, excruciating anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the incident are just a few possible symptoms. The majority of people who experience traumatic circumstances might initially struggle to adjust and cope, but with time and adequate self-care, they typically get better. You may have PTSD if the symptoms worsen, last for weeks, months, or even years, and affect your daily functioning. It can be crucial to seek appropriate treatment after developing PTSD symptoms in order to lessen symptoms and enhance function (Mayo Clinic, 2022b).]]> 2023-04-07 14:09:02 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547206544 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547217583 Our emotional, psychological, and social well-being are all parts of our mental health. It influences our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Additionally, it influences how we respond to stress, interact with others, and make good decisions (How Do I Know if I Need Therapy?, 2017).

]]> 2023-04-07 14:27:32 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547217583 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547221853 2023-04-07 14:36:06 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547221853 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547224165 People who have been subjected to a traumatic experience, such as learning about a loved one's unexpected death, either directly or indirectly may develop PTSD. Nurses and other professionals who are regularly exposed to distressing incidents at work may also experience it cumulatively. Nursing professionals are exposed to PTSD triggers when working in healthcare settings, such as resuscitating patients, managing bleeding, and taking part in other life-saving and end-of-life treatments (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Nursing, 2021).]]> 2023-04-07 14:40:47 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547224165 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547224858 Veterans of war who have flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anguish when reminded of prior triggering experiences frequently suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder PTSD. The prevalence of PTSD among healthcare professionals, particularly those who have observed their patient code and were not debriefed or given time to deal during their shift, is less well recognized (PTSD in Frontline Healthcare Workers - Institutes of Health, 2021).

]]> 2023-04-07 14:42:07 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547224858 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547241422 Because nurses are likely to witness numerous traumatic events while working, such as patients dying, patients in life-threatening situations, verbal and physical abuse by patients, and visiting family members are all PTSD triggers for nurses, work-related stress is one of the main causes of PTSD in nurses. Last, but not the least nurses are expected to get over their emotions after a code blue event which unable nurses to cope properly (Mann, 2023).

]]> 2023-04-07 15:14:18 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547241422 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547245393 Nurses working in specific healthcare environments are more likely to get PTSD as a result of their jobs. According to a study that was published in the Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation, up to 48% of nurses who work in critical care units ICUs are diagnosed with PTSD. A study that was published in Frontiers in Psychiatry found that among emergency responders, emergency and psychiatric nurses experienced the highest rates of PTSD symptoms (Mann, 2023). According to a survey done in 2021 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC, 10% to 20% more public health employees than front-line healthcare providers and the general public reported having PTSD symptoms (CDC, 2021).]]> 2023-04-07 15:21:52 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547245393 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547247418 Not everyone who goes through a horrific event will get PTSD, but the more closely a person is connected to the event, the greater the likelihood that they will develop PTSD. The length and abruptness of the incident are two other crucial elements.Additionally, the illness is more likely to develop if the person already suffers from depression and if the event results in major changes in their lives (Mann, 2023).]]> 2023-04-07 15:25:34 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547247418 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547254687 Being a victim of, or witnessing, a major accident or natural disaster, suffering from an assault, being the victim of physical or sexual abuse, child maltreatment, or domestic abuse are all examples of traumas that can lead to PTSD symptoms. PTSD can also manifest itself after going through or seeing a stressful occurrence at work. Ultimately, for nurses who experienced code blues they are not equipped with enough time of debriefing and coping with the traumatic event (Mann, 2023).]]> 2023-04-07 15:41:18 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547254687 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547259296 Exposure to sexual violence in one or more forms, whether it is actual or threatened (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Nursing, 2021).

One or more of the following symptoms that were present before the trauma and started appearing after it (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Nursing, 2021).

One or more experiences that show a persistent avoidance of the stimuli connected to the traumatic event (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Nursing, 2021). 

Adverse changes in mood and cognition that started after the traumatic event or got worse, as shown by two or more episodes (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Nursing, 2021).

Trauma-related changes in arousal and reactivity that started or deteriorated after the traumatic incident, as shown by two or more events (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Nursing, 2021).

Significant functional impairment or anguish is brought on by the disturbance in a variety of spheres of life, including social and professional ones (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Nursing, 2021).

There is no medical condition, medicine, or substance usage that could explain the disturbance (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Nursing, 2021).


]]> 2023-04-07 15:51:25 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547259296 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547266831 Nurses who are suffering from PTSD may face a wide range of symptoms, including nightmares, flashbacks, or intrusive thoughts. Low self-esteem, discontentment, a lack of enjoyment, or a sense of numbness are frequently experienced.  To avoid talking about the incidents or even just thinking about them, some nurses start to isolate themselves from people and environments. Lastly, nurses who are not in there 100% are more likely to commit mistakes. There is always a chance that fatigue and burnout will set in among nurses, just as there is with any work environment or life situation that has grown demanding and stressful.  The risk of this phenomena can result in subpar work performance, a diminished motivation to accomplish work-related goals, and a diminished capacity for both mental and physical care of patients in stressful circumstances that contribute to traumatic and stressful occurrences (Supporting Mental Health for Nurses: Why It Matters, 2022c).

]]> 2023-04-07 16:07:02 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547266831 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547292232 The Code Blue team meets right after following the incident to evaluate the case's specifics and pinpoint areas in need of improvement. This is known as a hot debrief (Anne, 2022). 

At less regular, predetermined periods, cold debriefs are conducted, and they often include aggregate case-specific data. A hot debrief takes place right away following an event and concentrates solely on the code that just happened while the specifics are still recent (Anne, 2022).]]> 2023-04-07 17:02:43 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547292232 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547295885 When nurses refuses involvement and shrug off the crisis, it creates a false sense of "okayness". This can pile up and exacerbate the issue, because emotional trauma does not heal on it's own, it requires Psychological intervention, sometimes pharmacological.]]> 2023-04-07 17:10:48 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547295885 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547296920 Nurses involvement is important because they all have to recognize when crisis is about to hit their mind space. Self awareness is the number one key prevention and cure in terms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.]]> 2023-04-07 17:13:19 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547296920 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547298634 2023-04-07 17:17:43 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547298634 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547299611 "Besides the benefits to patient care, providing nurses with mental health support provides numerous other potential benefits, including: More engaged and efficient nursing staff. Decreased turnover rates. Cost savings from reducing the amount of time nurses take off for mental health issues" (Supporting Mental Health for Nurses: Why It Matters, 2022). ]]> 2023-04-07 17:20:04 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547299611 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547300939 "Prior studies indicated that the major barriers to mental healthcare access comprise limited availability and affordability of mental healthcare services, insufficient mental healthcare strategies, lack of education about mental disorders, negative attitudes toward mentally disordered patients, and stigma" (Saxena et al., 2007; Ayele et al., 2011; Moses et al., 2011).

Ethical: It is not ethical for a nurse going through a crisis to continue on working.

Legal: A nurse capability can be questioned, and considered unsafe when they are on crisis.

Financial: Wether a nurse quits, commit suicide, or for whatever factor the hospital loses them temporarily or permanently they would have to spend an enormous amount of money to re-train a replacement nurse.

Social Implications: The stigma surrounding PTSD and crisis can be it's own consequence and reason why nurses try to burry their feelings.]]> 2023-04-07 17:23:34 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547300939 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547305922 -Self-Awareness
The stigma around mental health difficulties and requesting mental health support still exists, which might keep nurses from receiving the care they require, as shown by the findings of the ANF survey. By normalizing talks about mental health and ensuring that staff are aware of the services accessible to them, health care organizations can contribute to the reduction of stigma (Muhorakeye & Biracyaza, 2021).

-Evidence Base
The COVID-19 pandemic has been particularly difficult for nurses since they have been fighting it head-on. The significance of attending to nurses' mental health problems has been highlighted by their experiences throughout the pandemic (Muhorakeye & Biracyaza, 2021).

Preparation for Leadership Role

These two curricular concept have stuck with me the most because the key concept for nursing are mostly having self-awareness and evidence base historical correlation. Sentara College of Health Sciences have taught me that self-awareness could lead to greater success as a nurse. Self-awareness is a fundamental wherein as nurse we recognize our bias and separate them outside of our emotional output. Being aware of once personal emotion an biases will effectively deliver care for they are able to not take things on a personal level. On the other hand evidence base theories that correlates with the history is very handy when researching about specific care goal. Evidence base historical theorem would allow us to grasp a foundation as long as the same premise is recognize. In this case Covid19 truly affect the population, but hit the nurses the most. With the current evidence practice we have, we are able to intervene and determine the right course to take action and be a leader of change.]]> 2023-04-07 17:36:20 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547305922 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547308730 By being aware and taking our own Mental Health in our hands we can equip ourselves with ways we can prevent Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

"Promoting Evidence-based interventions like mindfulness and relaxation techniques" (Supporting Mental Health for Nurses: Why It Matters, 2022c).

"Developing policies that prioritize staff well being, which could involve mandatory breaks, providing adequate parental sick leave, and limits on shift length" (Supporting Mental Health for Nurses: Why It Matters, 2022c).

"Appointing a chief wellness officer to spearhead efforts to build wellness culture and provide a voice for the mental health concerns of clinical staff" (Supporting Mental Health for Nurses: Why It Matters, 2022c).]]> 2023-04-07 17:43:08 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547308730 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547325904 2023-04-07 18:29:44 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547325904 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547374462 2023-04-07 20:45:51 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547374462 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547395666 The purpose of this study is to identify and compare important stakeholder viewpoints on the fundamental skills required of mental health nurses. Most of the direct care and treatment for individuals with mental disorders is provided by mental health nurses. It is helpful to learn about the essential abilities of a mental health nurse from the viewpoints of patients who utilize mental health services, mental health nurses, clinical leaders in the field, psychiatrists, and mental health nurse academics (Moyo et al., 2020).]]> 2023-04-07 22:03:57 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547395666 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547395772 The most important group to provide and safeguard people's health is the nursing staff. Their mental health and the caliber of the nursing care are tightly associated. An important task for hospital leaders is to coordinate the mental symptoms of the nursing staff and mobilize the nursing staff in order to solve nursing staff problems, fully explore their potential, enhance their overall quality, and offer patients a variety of multi-level, individualized health services. In nursing management, a positive psychological attitude and a culture of innovation within the nursing staff are beneficial for encouraging nurses to think outside the box, enhancing their sense of belonging at work, and raising the standard of nursing care. The purpose of this hospital-based study is to investigate how nursing personnel at various levels rate their mental health (Du et al., 2020).


]]> 2023-04-07 22:04:27 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547395772 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547395887 The nursing workforce in mental health is underutilized despite growing need for mental health professionals on a global scale. This is partly because people don't fully comprehend their functions, identities, and capacities. The purpose of this work was to thoroughly clarify the professional identity and potential of mental health nurses by compiling and synthesizing published data on their clinical duties. In five electronic databases, we looked for relevant studies published between 2001 and 2021 (Hurley et al., 2022).

]]> 2023-04-07 22:04:56 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547395887 niaqwallace https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547399190 When the nurse fail to recognize their own trouble mind setting it is easy for them to be on crisis. 

A nurse who is in crisis can be a danger to themselves, or the patients.

Nevertheless, A self aware nurse who seeks help is gonna be able to function while having an ongoing therapy treatment.]]> 2023-04-07 22:18:59 UTC https://padlet.com/niaqwallace/kuvsnf1goy96tn3/wish/2547399190