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2002, Number 2

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Rev Mex Med Urg 2002; 1 (2)

Syndrome of “Burn Out”, emergency physician indefatigable?

Rocha LJM

Language: Spanish
References: 30
Page: 48-56
PDF size: 65.89 Kb.


ABSTRACT

The interest about the importance of The Burn Out syndrome and the dissemination of this invaluable information among emergency physicians in Mexico arouse at the Board of Directors 1999-2000 of the Sociedad Mexicana de Medicina de Emergencia, A. C. (SMME) as a concern for the well-being of those practicing or teaching emergency medicine due to the very grave and dangerous effects that this syndrome have had among the specialist of this discipline in different countries. The physical and emotional stress is the second cause for physicians attrition from emergency medicine in different countries. This syndrome is not exclusive of those practicing medicine or emergency medicine. Nevertheless for us, it is of primary interest to know about its existence, to be aware that every one that is exposed to a high level of stress might develop it. Most of the time we have to take really important and difficult decisions, with limited time (seconds to a few minutes) to take the decision almost immediately, our decision might signify death or life!. Persons that experiment burn out frequently feel overwhelmed, have little energy, are unable to manage stress effectively, have frequent somatic complaints and have a difficult time sleeping. BurnOut is characterized by a lack of energy, emotional exhaustion, job dissatisfaction, negativity, lowered resistance to illnesses, increased work absenteeism, poor job performance and isolation. They then become bitter, angry, and reseniful. Finally is very important to be aware that fortunately there is hope for people with Burn Out, there is possible to cure for this syndrome so don’t give up!.


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