Assessment of the Challenges Experienced by Nurses Caring for Patients Diagnosed with Psychotic Disorders in Neuro-Psychiatric Hospitals, from South-West, Nigeria

Abstract

These challenges are personal, and relationships. The goal of this study was therefore to identify the challenges faced by the nurses. The study adopted quantitative research design using descriptive methods. The sample size was determined by using the Cochran formula. A self-structured questionnaire was used to collect the data from the respondents. The findings on personal challenge revealed that 423 (95.9%) of the respondents have sufficient willingness to care, 374 (84.8%) revealed that respondents have emotional intelligence, 405 (91.8%) claimed they are able to care for patients with psychotic illness effectively in spite of challenges, furthermore 431 (97.7%) claimed to have positive attitude towards those diagnosed with psychotic disorders. Also, findings on relationship challenges revealed that 423 (95.9%) ability to establish adequate relationships with psychotic patients 441 (100.0%) claimed to have sufficient communication skills, 416 (94.3%) reported that relationships are vital in mental health nursing care. The study therefore concluded that despite the challenges experienced by the nurses, results indicate that they were still able to adequately care for their patients.