Publisher's Synopsis
This book presents a unique theoretical and practical overview of the issues relating to stress and burnout among health care professionals. The theoretical discussions include coverage of models of occupational stress and evaluation of assessment instruments. Practical guidance includes an examination of the role of staff support services and clinical supervision in the maintenance of a healthy workforce and looks at implications for staff selection. Outlines are given for the development of appropriate inpatient and staff support services. Finally, the effects of staff stress on the quality of patient care are described and the authors conclude by making positive recommendations for improvements in services.
