Flashcard 17 - Professional Issues Flashcard Set for the CEN
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emotional detachment while performing assigned tasks
Explanation:
Nurses experiencing compassion fatigue protect themselves emotionally by disengaging from their work, which can impact care quality. Like the physical and mental exhaustion of burnout, compassion fatigue can result from high levels of stress in the workplace.
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