Patterns of Musculoskeletal Disorders among Staff Nurses in the Emergency Department in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study
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Patterns of Musculoskeletal Disorders among Staff Nurses in the Emergency Department in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study
Subject
Emergency department; ergonomic; musculoskeletal disorders; nurses; Saudi Arabia
Description
Background: The physically demanding and high-stress environment of
Emergency Departments (EDs) significantly contributes to the heightened risk of
musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among ED nurses. Despite this known
association, there is a lack of comprehensive understanding of the prevalence rates
and contributing factors within ED settings in Saudi Arabia, necessitating further
investigation.
Purpose: This study delves into the prevalence and potential predictors of MSDs
among nurses in this critical healthcare setting.
Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in March 2023 using convenience
sampling of 177 ED nurses across 16 public hospitals in Hail, Saudi Arabia. The
Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire was employed, with SPSS analyses covering
frequency and percentage of pain prevalence via cross-tabulation, and logistic
regression to identify risk factors.
Results: Over the past year, 68.9% of participants reported lower back pain
affecting normal activities in 55.4% of cases. Neck pain was more likely in individuals
aged 20-29 and former smokers accounting for 47.6% of the variance (p=0.001).
Shorter shifts under 8 hours reduced neck pain risk, whereas a schedule with 50% of
night shifts heightened the risk, contributing to 28.4% of the variance (p=0.001).
Nurses aged 40-49 and those with significant childcare duties faced higher shoulder
pain risk (p=0.024), and adult caregiving duties was linked to upper back pain
explaining 40.6% of the variance (p=0.017). No significant links were found for other
musculoskeletal pains.
Conclusion: The study reveals a significant prevalence of MSDs among the
evaluated ED nurses, significantly influenced by specific demographic and work-
related factors. Addressing these through ergonomic interventions, optimal
scheduling, and wellness programs is crucial for nurse well-being and patient care.
Future research should focus on creating holistic wellness programs that support
nurses musculoskeletal health.
Emergency Departments (EDs) significantly contributes to the heightened risk of
musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among ED nurses. Despite this known
association, there is a lack of comprehensive understanding of the prevalence rates
and contributing factors within ED settings in Saudi Arabia, necessitating further
investigation.
Purpose: This study delves into the prevalence and potential predictors of MSDs
among nurses in this critical healthcare setting.
Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in March 2023 using convenience
sampling of 177 ED nurses across 16 public hospitals in Hail, Saudi Arabia. The
Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire was employed, with SPSS analyses covering
frequency and percentage of pain prevalence via cross-tabulation, and logistic
regression to identify risk factors.
Results: Over the past year, 68.9% of participants reported lower back pain
affecting normal activities in 55.4% of cases. Neck pain was more likely in individuals
aged 20-29 and former smokers accounting for 47.6% of the variance (p=0.001).
Shorter shifts under 8 hours reduced neck pain risk, whereas a schedule with 50% of
night shifts heightened the risk, contributing to 28.4% of the variance (p=0.001).
Nurses aged 40-49 and those with significant childcare duties faced higher shoulder
pain risk (p=0.024), and adult caregiving duties was linked to upper back pain
explaining 40.6% of the variance (p=0.017). No significant links were found for other
musculoskeletal pains.
Conclusion: The study reveals a significant prevalence of MSDs among the
evaluated ED nurses, significantly influenced by specific demographic and work-
related factors. Addressing these through ergonomic interventions, optimal
scheduling, and wellness programs is crucial for nurse well-being and patient care.
Future research should focus on creating holistic wellness programs that support
nurses musculoskeletal health.
Creator
Afaf Mufadhi Alrimali1 Nashi Masnad Alreshidi1
, Aljazi Albshri Alshammari2, Aeedah Rfadah Alenzy2,
Riya Thomas3, May Ann Dinoy3, Fouz Aziz Alanzi4, Eddieson Pasay-an5
, Aljazi Albshri Alshammari2, Aeedah Rfadah Alenzy2,
Riya Thomas3, May Ann Dinoy3, Fouz Aziz Alanzi4, Eddieson Pasay-an5
Source
https://doi.org/10.14710/nmjn.v14i1.62203
Date
9 April 2024
Contributor
PERI IRAWAN
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ENGLISH
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Afaf Mufadhi Alrimali1 Nashi Masnad Alreshidi1
, Aljazi Albshri Alshammari2, Aeedah Rfadah Alenzy2,
Riya Thomas3, May Ann Dinoy3, Fouz Aziz Alanzi4, Eddieson Pasay-an5, “Patterns of Musculoskeletal Disorders among Staff Nurses in the Emergency Department in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study,” Repository Horizon University Indonesia, accessed February 21, 2026, https://repository.horizon.ac.id/items/show/11233.