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Enhancing Resilience in ICU Nurses: Insights from mHealth Micro-Learning

Enhancing Resilience in ICU Nurses: Insights from mHealth Micro-Learning

Nurses working in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) face immense pressure due to the demanding nature of their jobs. The high-stakes environment often leads to increased levels of stress and anxiety, which can impact their overall well-being and job performance. A recent study titled "The effect of resilience training with mHealth application based on micro-learning method on the stress and anxiety of nurses working in intensive care units: a randomized controlled trial" sheds light on an innovative approach to address these challenges.

The Study at a Glance

This study was conducted as a single-blind randomized controlled trial involving 60 ICU nurses from two hospitals in Tehran, Iran. The nurses were divided into an intervention group and a control group. The intervention group received resilience training through an mHealth application designed using the micro-learning method. This approach involved delivering educational content through short videos, podcasts, and quizzes that could be easily integrated into the nurses' daily routines.

Key Findings

Implications for Practice

The results of this study suggest that incorporating resilience training through mHealth applications can be an effective strategy for reducing stress and anxiety among ICU nurses. This method offers several advantages:

Encouraging Further Research

This study highlights the potential benefits of using digital tools for professional development in healthcare settings. However, further research is needed to explore the long-term impacts of such interventions and how they can be tailored to different healthcare environments. Practitioners are encouraged to consider implementing similar programs within their institutions and contribute to ongoing research efforts.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: The effect of resilience training with mHealth application based on micro-learning method on the stress and anxiety of nurses working in intensive care units: a randomized controlled trial


Citation: Abbasalizadeh, M., Farsi, Z., Sajadi, S.A., Atashi, A., & Fournier, A. (2024). The effect of resilience training with mHealth application based on micro-learning method on the stress and anxiety of nurses working in intensive care units: A randomized controlled trial. BMC Medical Education, 24(1), Article 54-27-w. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-024-05427-w
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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