Occupational stress experienced by residents and faculty physicians on night shifts

Tur, Feriyde; Toker, Ibrahim; ŞAŞMAZ, CAFERİ; Hacar, Serkan; Ture, Burcu

doi:10.1186/s13049-016-0225-4

Occupational stress experienced by residents and faculty physicians on night shifts

Tur F. C., Toker I., ŞAŞMAZ C. T., Hacar S., Ture B.

SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF TRAUMA RESUSCITATION & EMERGENCY MEDICINE, vol.24, 2016 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)

Publication Type: Article / Article
Volume: 24
Publication Date: 2016
Doi Number: 10.1186/s13049-016-0225-4
Journal Name: SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF TRAUMA RESUSCITATION & EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
Keywords: Occupational health, Physician, Physician's specialty, Night shift work, Job stress
Open Archive Collection: AVESIS Open Access Collection
Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: No

Abstract

Background: Occupational stress is an undesired factor causing discomfort for healthcare workers. Stressors in work can lead to dissatisfaction and in turn, this may affect patient care adversely. The aim of this study was to evaluate the occupational stress among residents and faculty physicians of various medical specialties working night shifts.