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Nurses Face High Physical, Cognitive Load in Trauma Surgery

Qualitative interviews identified four themes involving emergency challenges and response, teamwork, psychological stress and coping, and professional growth needs in trauma surgery.

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  • Andrea Surnit

  • June 8, 2026

  • 4 min

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    Operating room nurses in trauma surgery face significant technical, collaborative, and psychological demands.

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    The study identified four major themes: professional challenges, team collaboration, psychological stress, and professional growth.

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    Nurses reported challenges with simultaneous procedures, massive hemorrhage, and the need for rapid decision-making.

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    Psychological stress was linked to anxiety and emotional exhaustion, with nurses expressing a need for formal counseling services.

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    Participants suggested improvements such as increased staffing, standardized procedures, and enhanced training for trauma care.

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Nurses Face High Physical, Cognitive Load in Trauma Surgery

  • by Andrea Surnit

  • June 8, 2026

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