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When nurses begin to lose compassion – and how to get it back

Relentless work pressure can cause compassion fatigue. Find out how team debriefs, peer support and promoting self-care can help nursing teams maintain compassion
Posted 29 July 2024 - 01:00
A nurse sits on a window ledge in a hospital setting, gazing out the window and looking dejected, suggesting someone experiencing compassion fatigue
 
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