A stoic and altruistic orientation towards their work: a qualitative study of healthcare professionals' experiences of awaiting a COVID-19 test result.
Malene MisselCamilla BernildIlkay DagyaranSigne Westh ChristensenSelina Kikkenborg BergPublished in: BMC health services research (2020)
The participating healthcare professionals had a strong professional identity. However, a discrepancy between an altruistic role as a healthcare professional and the expectations that come from the community was illuminated. A mental health coronavirus hotline for healthcare professionals is suggested.