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A Study on Emotional Exhaustion of 119 Paramedics

119 구급대원의 정서적 탈진에 관한 연구

  • Yu-Na Jung (Emergency Medical Center, Pusan National University Hospital) ;
  • Hyun-Joo Kang (Youngsan University Department of Child and Family Counseling) ;
  • Kyong-Jin Park (Dept. of Emergency Medical & Rescue Technology, Inje University)
  • 정유나 (부산대학교병원) ;
  • 강현주 (영산대학교 아동.가족상담학과) ;
  • 박경진 (인제대학교 응급구조학과)
  • Received : 2024.07.12
  • Accepted : 2024.09.30
  • Published : 2024.10.31
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Abstract

Paramedics are highly likely to be exposed to high levels of stress and emotional exhaustion. Emotional exhaustion arises from excessive workload and sustained tension, negatively impacting not only individual mental health but also job performance. This study aims to investigate the level of emotional exhaustion among paramedics. A survey was conducted among fire officials across various regions in South Korea, analyzing the degree of emotional exhaustion by gender, age, years of service, and position. The analysis revealed statistically significant differences in emotional exhaustion based on age, years of service, and position among fire officials, with paramedics showing higher levels of emotional exhaustion compared to rescue, fire suppression, and internal administrative positions. Notably, younger age groups, shorter years of service, and paramedic positions were associated with higher levels of emotional exhaustion. This study contributes to assessing the level of emotional exhaustion among paramedics and exploring specific measures for mental health recovery, ultimately aiming to improve work efficiency and enhance the quality of emergency medical services. Future research should focus on developing concrete support systems and stress management programs to continuously monitor and improve the mental health of paramedics.

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본 연구는 2024년 한국산업융합학회 춘계학술대회 발표 자료를 수정·증보한 것입니다.

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