Authors :
Efren L. Burgos; Kent Lemuel D. Salonga; Mary Angela D. Carandang; Julia Marie G. Del Rosario; James Theodore M. Rebutazo; Johanna Eadrea P. Ucang; Tryke Janzell C. Evangelista
Volume/Issue :
Volume 8 - 2023, Issue 2 - February
Google Scholar :
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Scribd :
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DOI :
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7698423
Abstract :
This paper provides a clear understanding of the
lived experiences of Healthcare Frontliners during
Pandemic Surge.
This study utilized qualitative phenomenological
research to understand the lived experiences of
Healthcare Frontliners during the pandemic surge. The
data were obtained through semi-structured interviews
with twenty-five (25) questions to discover common
themes.
Findings show three key themes. Firstly, is Routine
Abnormality, where sudden change occurred to
frontliners’ routines, resulting in Lack of Sleep, and
Change of Lifestyle, causing health risks which impact
their performance during work hours. The second theme
is Social Responsibility, where frontliners are expected to
follow new protocols as Safety Precautions, and to
perform their job well as healthcare workers for
Fulfilling Duties. The last theme is Motivational Security,
as frontliners experience immense stress, they turn to
religious and social support as Coping Mechanisms, as
well as spending time on hobbies and leisure through
Recreation.
Healthcare frontliners underwent significant
change in their usual lifestyles and had to quickly adapt
and use coping mechanisms to help them fulfill their
responsibilities while experiencing routine abnormalities.
The researchers recommend that the well-being of
healthcare professionals be emphasized to ensure a wellfunctioning healthcare service for the community.
Keywords :
Challenges, COVID-19, Well-being, Phenomenology, Adaptation, Mental Health.
This paper provides a clear understanding of the
lived experiences of Healthcare Frontliners during
Pandemic Surge.
This study utilized qualitative phenomenological
research to understand the lived experiences of
Healthcare Frontliners during the pandemic surge. The
data were obtained through semi-structured interviews
with twenty-five (25) questions to discover common
themes.
Findings show three key themes. Firstly, is Routine
Abnormality, where sudden change occurred to
frontliners’ routines, resulting in Lack of Sleep, and
Change of Lifestyle, causing health risks which impact
their performance during work hours. The second theme
is Social Responsibility, where frontliners are expected to
follow new protocols as Safety Precautions, and to
perform their job well as healthcare workers for
Fulfilling Duties. The last theme is Motivational Security,
as frontliners experience immense stress, they turn to
religious and social support as Coping Mechanisms, as
well as spending time on hobbies and leisure through
Recreation.
Healthcare frontliners underwent significant
change in their usual lifestyles and had to quickly adapt
and use coping mechanisms to help them fulfill their
responsibilities while experiencing routine abnormalities.
The researchers recommend that the well-being of
healthcare professionals be emphasized to ensure a wellfunctioning healthcare service for the community.
Keywords :
Challenges, COVID-19, Well-being, Phenomenology, Adaptation, Mental Health.
