Prevention and promotion strategies in mental health for nursing in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract

Objective: To identify the scientific production on mental health prevention and promotion strategies for nursing professionals in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Method: Integrative literature review. Consultations were held in May 2022 on seven information resources. Results: A total of 467 references were identified, among which, after applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 48 were included in the qualitative synthesis, thus verifying different strategies, such as: psychosocial and psychological support; institutional support; self-care and self adjustment; communication and support from the work team, family and friends. Such strategies jointly improve stress, decrease anxiety, and protect the mental health of those involved. Conclusion: Welcoming, active listening, social recognition, offering mental health services, improvements in work organization, and encouraging the adoption of healthy lifestyle habits are actions that can be adopted by managers in the work environment with nursing professionals in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.