Investigation of Self-Esteem and Assertiveness Levels among Emergency Healthcare Personnel

Authors : Gulhan KURTOGLU CELİK, Gül PAMUKÇU GÜNAYDIN, Çağdaş YILDIRIM, Şervan GÖKHAN

Pages : 375-381

Doi:10.19127/mbsjohs.1008952

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Publication Date : 2021-12-31

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Objective: It has been determined that self-esteem and assertiveness level of the individual significantly affect his/her environment. In this study, our goal is to determine the self-esteem and assertiveness levels of healthcare personnel in Emergency Department. Methods: Our study is a prospective analytical observational study. The study population included nurses, emergency medicine residents, specialists and faculty member working in the Emergency Department. The three-part questionnaire form consists of 54 questions. Data were collected using a personal information form containing socio-demographic characteristics insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(14 questions);, the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(RSES); form insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(10 questions); and the Rathus Assertiveness Schedule insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(RAS); insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(30 questions);. Results: 217 participants were included. The median of RSES scores of the individuals was found to be 31 insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(10-40); and the median RAS of 20 insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(-42-69);. Most of the participants did not receive any training on self-esteem or assertiveness insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(79.3% and 88%, respectively);. Majority of participants stated that they did not have difficulty expressing themselves. RSES scores of those who stated they needed self-esteem training were found to be lower insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(p <0.001);. RAS scores of those who needed assertiveness training were found to be lower than those who did not, and this difference was statistically significant insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(p <0.001);. Conclusion: Self-esteem and assertiveness levels of the healthcare professionals working in the emergency department are high. Although individuals` education about self-esteem or assertiveness does not change their self-esteem and assertiveness, those with low self-esteem and assertiveness feel a need for these issues.
Keywords : Self Esteem, Assertiveness, Emergency Medicine