Well-Being Literacy in the Ambulatory Surgery Unit and Central Operating Room

Background: The promotion of professional well-being improves health literacy. Objective: To identify the well-being perceived by health professionals, associated factors, and change strategies. Methodology: Qualitative, exploratory-descriptive study, applying a form with open questions. Content ana...

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Published in:Medical sciences forum 2022-12, Vol.16 (1), p.2
Main Authors: Catarina Porfírio, Sónia Andrea, Elisabete Sousa, Letícia Sousa, Paula Camilo, Palmira Oliveira
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
health literacy
health personnel
operating room
welfare
work
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Summary:Background: The promotion of professional well-being improves health literacy. Objective: To identify the well-being perceived by health professionals, associated factors, and change strategies. Methodology: Qualitative, exploratory-descriptive study, applying a form with open questions. Content analysis was performed. Results: 32 professionals working in the operating room were mostly satisfied with their well-being at work. Positive factors: good environment, compatible schedules. Negative factors: management of human, material, and team resources. Strategies for change: Management of material, organizational resources, and mental health promotion strategies. Conclusions: Health professionals are generally satisfied with their level of well-being; however, some aspects can be improved.
ISSN:2673-9992
DOI:10.3390/msf2022016002