Critical Incident Stress Response in Healthcare: Part 1

Healthcare institutions are high-risk organizations for critical incidents; repeatedly caring for patients within these circumstances can significantly impact the professional’s physical, emotional, cognitive, and/or spiritual wellbeing. This module will guide you through the concept of critical incidents and the associated stress responses, including their potential effects. It also introduces the critical incident stress response within the clinical healthcare education conceptual model, providing a framework for understanding its impact on healthcare professionals.