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Evaluating the Effectiveness of BREATHE for Nurse Practitioners During COVID Pandemic

The BREATHE program was a stress management intervention to reduce burnout among nurse practitioners in skilled nursing facilities during COVID-19. Participants reported reduced emotional exhaustion and depersonalization one month post-program. The approach may improve both staff well-being and patient care.

Date published:
July 1, 2022
Citatation:
Akugue, P. (2022). Evaluating the Effectiveness of BREATHE for Nurse Practitioners During COVID Pandemic. The Journal for Nurse Practitioners, 18(7), 778–781. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nurpra.2022.03.007

Evidence At A Glance

Study Type:
Quantitative
Study Design:
Quasi-experimental design (interrupted time-series, regression discontinuity)
Study Outcomes:
Program evaluation/quality improvement
Target Population:
Clinical healthcare workers
Disaster Type:
Infectious disease outbreak
Intervention Target Level:
Individual level

Intervention Area:

Public health incident management:
  • Workforce development, training & coordination
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