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Mahshid Zare, Zahra Kavosi, Sedighe Sadat Tabatabaei Far,
Volume 23, Issue 1 (5-2024)
Abstract
Background and purpose: The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a significant shock to healthcare systems worldwide, including Iran. The mental health of nurses, who have been at the forefront of the fight against the virus, has been profoundly impacted. This study aims to examine the mental health status of Iranian nurses during the pandemic.
Methods: This rapid review was conducted by searching keywords such as "Mental Health," "Nurse," and "COVID-19" in databases including Google Scholar, PubMed, ScienceDirect, ProQuest, Mag Iran, and Civilica. Articles were selected based on their titles, abstracts, and full texts in alignment with the study’s research objectives.
Results: The reviewed studies revealed a range of mental health disorders among nurses working in COVID-19 wards, with stress, anxiety, and depression being the most common. Several factors, such as demographic variables and the specific departments where nurses served, were identified as influencing their mental health. Given that the mental health of nurses affects the quality of care, resilience, and job satisfaction, various strategies have been proposed to improve their mental health.
Conclusion: The findings suggest that the mental health status of nurses is not at an optimal level, and neglecting this issue could lead to long-term harm to the healthcare system and its economic stability. It is recommended that healthcare managers and policymakers implement appropriate measures to address this critical concern.
Shahrzad Rasekhi, Sedighe Sadat Tabatabaei Far, Abdosaleh Jafari,
Volume 23, Issue 3 (11-2024)
Abstract
Background and purpose: This study aimed to review the average waiting time of patients referred to emergency departments in Iran and to identify the key factors influencing it.
Methods: A systematic search was conducted in scientific databases including PubMed, ScienceDirect, ProQuest, Scopus, Web of Science, Magiran, and Civilica using keywords such as "waiting time", "duration", "emergency", and related terms. After applying the inclusion criteria, 26 relevant studies were selected for analysis.
Results: Findings from this rapid review showed wide variations in reported waiting times. The average time from patient arrival to the first physician visit ranged from approximately 2 to 32 minutes. The time to the first medical intervention ranged from 3.7 to 262 minutes. The time from diagnostic test request to receiving results ranged from 20.17 to 629.2 minutes for laboratory tests, 5.85 to 1080 minutes for radiology, and 3.7 to 32.3 minutes for electrocardiograms. The most significant factors affecting patient waiting times included patient-related characteristics, reasons for referral, hospital and emergency department-related factors, and human resource availability and performance.
Conclusion: Patient waiting times in emergency departments are influenced by a range of interrelated factors. To reduce delays, it is recommended to improve triage systems, enhance human resource management, implement smart technologies, upgrade infrastructure, and increase public awareness through patient education.
