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Learning from Lisa's story — Key questions for supporting the mental health of healthcare workers’

Lauren Finestone

A case study illuminates a critical aspect of healthcare — the mental health of those who care for others.

The call button flashes. Another patient needs attention. The emergency department hums with its usual intensity. For 3 years, Lisa, a dedicated emergency department nurse, navigated this challenging environment with compassion and skill. Until a series of events changed everything.  What happens when the caregiver becomes the one in need of care?  For Lisa, this question became painfully real after a series of aggressive patient enco...

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