Patterns of Musculoskeletal Disorders among Staff Nurses in the Emergency Department in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study
Background: The physically demanding and high-stress environment of Emergency Departments (EDs) significantly contributes to the heightened risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among ED nurses. Despite this known association, there is a lack of comprehensive understanding of the prevalence rates...
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| author | Afaf Mufadhi Alrimali Nashi Masnad Alreshidi Aljazi Albshri Alshammari Aeedah Rfadah Alenzy Riya Thomas May Ann Dinoy Fouz Aziz Alanzi Eddieson Pasay-an |
| author_facet | Afaf Mufadhi Alrimali Nashi Masnad Alreshidi Aljazi Albshri Alshammari Aeedah Rfadah Alenzy Riya Thomas May Ann Dinoy Fouz Aziz Alanzi Eddieson Pasay-an |
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| description | Background: The physically demanding and high-stress environment of Emergency Departments (EDs) significantly contributes to the heightened risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among ED nurses. Despite this known association, there is a lack of comprehensive understanding of the prevalence rates and contributing factors within ED settings in Saudi Arabia, necessitating further investigation.
Purpose: This study delves into the prevalence and potential predictors of MSDs among nurses in this critical healthcare setting.
Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in March 2023 using convenience sampling of 177 ED nurses across 16 public hospitals in Hail, Saudi Arabia. The Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire was employed, with SPSS analyses covering frequency and percentage of pain prevalence via cross-tabulation, and logistic regression to identify risk factors.
Results: Over the past year, 68.9% of participants reported lower back pain affecting normal activities in 55.4% of cases. Neck pain was more likely in individuals aged 20-29 and former smokers accounting for 47.6% of the variance (p=0.001). Shorter shifts under 8 hours reduced neck pain risk, whereas a schedule with 50% of night shifts heightened the risk, contributing to 28.4% of the variance (p=0.001). Nurses aged 40-49 and those with significant childcare duties faced higher shoulder pain risk (p=0.024), and adult caregiving duties was linked to upper back pain explaining 40.6% of the variance (p=0.017). No significant links were found for other musculoskeletal pains.
Conclusion: The study reveals a significant prevalence of MSDs among the evaluated ED nurses, significantly influenced by specific demographic and work-related factors. Addressing these through ergonomic interventions, optimal scheduling, and wellness programs is crucial for nurse well-being and patient care. Future research should focus on creating holistic wellness programs that support nurses musculoskeletal health. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-27a6a5db55de46a3b6020f77b75955ba2025-08-20T03:50:44ZengDiponegoro UniversityNurse Media: Journal of Nursing2087-78112406-87992024-04-01141748410.14710/nmjn.v14i1.6220323920Patterns of Musculoskeletal Disorders among Staff Nurses in the Emergency Department in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional StudyAfaf Mufadhi Alrimali0https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1709-8625Nashi Masnad Alreshidi1Aljazi Albshri Alshammari2Aeedah Rfadah Alenzy3Riya Thomas4May Ann Dinoy5Fouz Aziz Alanzi6Eddieson Pasay-an7Nursing Executive Administration, Hail Health Cluster, Saudi ArabiaNursing Executive Administration, Hail Health Cluster, Saudi ArabiaMaternity and Children Hospital, Saudi ArabiaMaternity and Children Hospital, Saudi ArabiaAja Long Term Care Hospital, Saudi ArabiaAja Long Term Care Hospital, Saudi ArabiaKing Khalid Hospital, Saudi ArabiaCollege of Nursing, University of Hail, Saudi ArabiaBackground: The physically demanding and high-stress environment of Emergency Departments (EDs) significantly contributes to the heightened risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among ED nurses. Despite this known association, there is a lack of comprehensive understanding of the prevalence rates and contributing factors within ED settings in Saudi Arabia, necessitating further investigation. Purpose: This study delves into the prevalence and potential predictors of MSDs among nurses in this critical healthcare setting. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in March 2023 using convenience sampling of 177 ED nurses across 16 public hospitals in Hail, Saudi Arabia. The Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire was employed, with SPSS analyses covering frequency and percentage of pain prevalence via cross-tabulation, and logistic regression to identify risk factors. Results: Over the past year, 68.9% of participants reported lower back pain affecting normal activities in 55.4% of cases. Neck pain was more likely in individuals aged 20-29 and former smokers accounting for 47.6% of the variance (p=0.001). Shorter shifts under 8 hours reduced neck pain risk, whereas a schedule with 50% of night shifts heightened the risk, contributing to 28.4% of the variance (p=0.001). Nurses aged 40-49 and those with significant childcare duties faced higher shoulder pain risk (p=0.024), and adult caregiving duties was linked to upper back pain explaining 40.6% of the variance (p=0.017). No significant links were found for other musculoskeletal pains. Conclusion: The study reveals a significant prevalence of MSDs among the evaluated ED nurses, significantly influenced by specific demographic and work-related factors. Addressing these through ergonomic interventions, optimal scheduling, and wellness programs is crucial for nurse well-being and patient care. Future research should focus on creating holistic wellness programs that support nurses musculoskeletal health.https://ejournal.undip.ac.id/index.php/medianers/article/view/62203emergency department, ergonomic, musculoskeletal disorders, nurses, saudi arabia |
| spellingShingle | Afaf Mufadhi Alrimali Nashi Masnad Alreshidi Aljazi Albshri Alshammari Aeedah Rfadah Alenzy Riya Thomas May Ann Dinoy Fouz Aziz Alanzi Eddieson Pasay-an Patterns of Musculoskeletal Disorders among Staff Nurses in the Emergency Department in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study Nurse Media: Journal of Nursing emergency department, ergonomic, musculoskeletal disorders, nurses, saudi arabia |
| title | Patterns of Musculoskeletal Disorders among Staff Nurses in the Emergency Department in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study |
| title_full | Patterns of Musculoskeletal Disorders among Staff Nurses in the Emergency Department in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study |
| title_fullStr | Patterns of Musculoskeletal Disorders among Staff Nurses in the Emergency Department in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study |
| title_full_unstemmed | Patterns of Musculoskeletal Disorders among Staff Nurses in the Emergency Department in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study |
| title_short | Patterns of Musculoskeletal Disorders among Staff Nurses in the Emergency Department in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study |
| title_sort | patterns of musculoskeletal disorders among staff nurses in the emergency department in saudi arabia a cross sectional study |
| topic | emergency department, ergonomic, musculoskeletal disorders, nurses, saudi arabia |
| url | https://ejournal.undip.ac.id/index.php/medianers/article/view/62203 |
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