ArticleBMC nursing2024
Alarm fatigue and perceived stress among critical care nurses in the intensive care units: Palestinian perspectives.
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Abstract
objectiveThe frequency of alarms generated by monitors and other electro-medical devices is undeniably valuable but can simultaneously escalate the workload for healthcare professionals, potentially subjecting intensive care unit nurses to alarm fatigue. The aim of this study is to investigate alarm fatigue and stress levels among critical care nursing personnel. Additionally, the study aims to assess predictors for both alarm fatigue and perceived stress. METHODOLOGY: A descriptive cross-sectional study recruited 187 Intensive Care Unit (ICU) nurses from hospitals located in the northern and central regions of the West Bank, Palestine. Data were gathered through online surveys due to logistic concerns using the Alarm Fatigue Scale and the Perceived Stress Scale. The research was conducted between November 2023 and January 2024.
resultsThe mean overall alarm fatigue score was 23.36 (SD = 5.57) out of 44. The study showed that 62.6% of the participating ICU nurses experience average to high degree of alarm fatigue, while 69.5% experience average to high levels of perceived stress. A significant positive Pearson correlation was found between stress and alarm fatigue (0.40, P < 0.01). Important predictors of alarm fatigue include perceived stress, nurse-to-patient ratio, gender, and years of experience, while important predictors of perceived stress include alarm fatigue, type of working shift and hospital unit.
conclusionAlarm fatigue can compromise the timely intervention required to prevent adverse outcomes by causing delayed responses or missed critical alarm, which can have major ramifications for patient safety. Addressing stress is crucial for mitigating alarm fatigue and fostering a supportive work environment to ensure optimal patient care. Consequently, exploring strategies to alleviate the negative impacts of alarm fatigue on critical care nurses' stress merits further investigation in future research studies.
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