Coping strategies in health care providers as second victims: a systematic review.

Maria Kappes; Marta Romero‐García; Pilar Delgado‐Hito

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Coping strategies in health care providers as second victims: a systematic review.

August 4, 2021

Kappes M, Romero‐García M, Delgado‐Hito P. Int Nurs Rev. 2021;68(4):471-481.

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Healthcare professionals who experience negative physical, psychological, or behavioral responses following an adverse event may be referred to as “second victims.” This review describes personal and organizational support strategies as well as barriers faced by second victims who are seeking support. The authors recommend further evaluation of support programs and implementation of support programs in Latin America.

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