1. Increased Mental Illness and the Challenges This Brings for District Nurses in Primary Care Settings.
- Author
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Bjorkman A, Andersson K, Bergström J, and Salzmann-Erikson M
- Subjects
- Adult, Clinical Competence, Humans, Mental Disorders nursing, Middle Aged, Patient Acceptance of Health Care, Qualitative Research, Sweden, Attitude of Health Personnel, Mental Disorders epidemiology, Primary Care Nursing
- Abstract
Patients with mental illness generally make their initial healthcare contact via a registered nurse. Although studies show that encountering and providing care to care-seekers with mental illness might be a challenge, little research exists regarding Primary Care Nurses' (PCN) view of the challenges they face. The aim of this study was to qualitatively explore PCNs' reflections on encountering care-seekers with mental illness in primary healthcare settings. The results consist of three themes: constantly experiencing patients falling through the cracks, being restricted by lack of knowledge and resources, and establishing a trustful relationship to overcome taboo, shame, and guilt.
- Published
- 2018
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