Healthcare workers’ experiences in long-term care facilities during cohort quarantine for the COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea: a qualitative study
Objectives This study aimed to investigate the experiences of healthcare workers in long-term care facilities (LTCFs) during cohort quarantine for the COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea.Design A qualitative study using thematic analysis.Setting and participants Ten workers from two LTCFs that underwen...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMJ Publishing Group
2024-12-01
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| Series: | BMJ Open |
| Online Access: | https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/14/12/e089309.full |
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| Summary: | Objectives This study aimed to investigate the experiences of healthcare workers in long-term care facilities (LTCFs) during cohort quarantine for the COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea.Design A qualitative study using thematic analysis.Setting and participants Ten workers from two LTCFs that underwent cohort quarantine due to COVID-19 in South Korea, including direct-care staff and administrators.Methods In-depth, semi-structured interviews were conducted from 23 April to 7 May 2021. Data were analysed using Braun and Clarke’s thematic analysis approach.Results Five main themes emerged: (1) adapting to unprecedented infection control measures; (2) enduring prolonged cohort quarantine situation; (3) confronting social stigma and discrimination; (4) developing organisational resilience; and (5) recognising the need for systemic support.Conclusions This study provides insights into the multifaceted experiences of LTCF workers during the COVID-19 quarantine. The findings suggest the need for enhanced infection control training, mental health support, and systemic changes to better prepare LTCFs for any future pandemic. |
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| ISSN: | 2044-6055 |