Musculoskeletal system disorders among surgical nurses related to the health industry in northwestern Turkey: a cross-sectional study
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2022
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Taylor & Francis Ltd
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info:eu-repo/semantics/closedAccess
Özet
Objectives. Nurses may encounter musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and pain episodes stemming from regular exposure to health industry risk factors. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of MSDs and associated factors among Turkish surgical nurses. Methods. A cross-sectional design using self-administered questionnaire surveys was employed with 169 surgical nurses. The survey included an individual data questionnaire and the Nordic musculoskeletal questionnaire - extended (NMQ-E). Results. In total, 88.8% of the surgical nurses had musculoskeletal system disorders, and most experienced these problems related to the health industry. The interventions causing physical strain in the participants were identified as constant standing up, patient care, carrying heavy loads, sudden movements, patient transfer and pulling-pushing practices. The nurses used coping methods including walking, exercising, receiving physiotherapist support, pilates and yoga. The most frequently encountered problems were in the back region. A significant relationship was found between musculoskeletal system problems and the clinic of work, years of work, age and gender (p < 0.05). Conclusions. Nurses experience musculoskeletal problems related to the health industry. It is crucial to determine the real causes of musculoskeletal problems and take appropriate preventive measures to improve workplace ergonomics.
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musculoskeletal system disorders, pain, causes, surgical nurses
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International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics
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Q3
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Q2
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28
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