Although, Houck's article “Helping with Nurses Cope with Grief and Compassion Fatigue… addresses how nurses handle death and dying of the patients they care for and connect with on a higher level. Houck has some valid points to deal with compassion fatigue, as well. According to Houck (2014), nurses must feel they can openly communicate their feelings and be supported (p. 455). Also, inefficient support systems for nurses may contribute to loss of nursing professionals (p. 455) So, training for all staff is essential to recognize signs of compassion fatigue to provide support or recommend outside assistance if needed.
Also, I wanted to address Dr. G.’s question about ELNEC experiencing compassion fatigue. My mother was on hospice and
Also, I wanted to address Dr. G.’s question about ELNEC experiencing compassion fatigue. My mother was on hospice and