Abstract
Background: Health professionals working in an emergency setting are vulnerable to the development of musculoskeletal disorders. These conditions reduce productivity and increase costs for healthcare institutions. Objective: To determine the incidence of symptoms of musculoskeletal disorders among health professionals in a Portuguese emergency service. Methodology: A quantitative, descriptive, and correlational study was conducted with a sample of 109 participants, through the self-administration of the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire. The instrument collected data on the sample’s personal, educational, and professional description, perceptions of general health status, and symptoms of musculoskeletal disorders. Results: The results showed that 84.40% of health professionals reported having symptoms of muscu-loskeletal disorders, with the lower back being the most commonly identified body region, and nurses being the professional group with the highest percentage (41.18%). Conclusion: The high incidence of health professionals with symptoms of musculoskeletal disorders indicates a need for interventions by nurse specialists in rehabilitation nursing.
Translated title of the contribution | Incidência de sintomatologia musculoesquelética em profissionais de saúde num serviço de urgência em Portugal: Estudo correlacional |
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Original language | English |
Article number | e33958 |
Journal | Revista de Enfermagem Referencia |
Volume | 6 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2024 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- emergency service, hospital
- healthcare providers
- injuries
- musculoskeletal symptoms
- rehabilitation nursing