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Editorial Journal #10 Acacia L. May Mercy College of Health Sciences English 102: English Composition Dr. Amy MacKrell November 16, 2023 Kate Judge uses this article to shed light on the critical issue of nurses' mental health within the healthcare system, highlighting the urgency of prioritizing their well-being. Judge shares the story of Tristin Kate Smith, an emergency room nurse who experienced abuse and pushed herself beyond her limits within a broken healthcare system, leading to her death at 28. The author discusses how nurses face higher risks of burnout, mental anguish, and emotional distress, exacerbated by COVID-19 challenges. Leaders in healthcare, government, and society must address systemic issues causing strain on nurses. Protecting the well-being of nurses is crucial for providing quality healthcare. These issues include unsafe work environments, forced overtime, workplace violence, and barriers to accessing mental health support. Judge emphasizes the importance of removing the
stigma associated with seeking mental health care and calls for policy changes, legislation, and increased resources to support the mental health and well-being of nurses.
Overall, the article emphasizes the need for immediate attention, support, and action towards this issue.
Kate Judge utilizes all of the rhetorical methods to support their argument regarding the urgent need to prioritize nurses' mental health within the healthcare system. Judge has established ethos with their credibility by referencing specific studies and research conducted by reputable schools such as the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and UC San Diego Health. These references add credibility to the claims they make regarding the higher risk of suicide among nurses and the prevalence of mental health challenges within the profession. The author uses pathos by recounting the heartbreaking story of Tristin Kate Smith, an emergency room nurse who suffered abuse and succumbed to the pressures of the healthcare system. By evoking empathy through the emotional impact of Smith's story, the author establishes a personal connection with readers, prompting an emotional response to the challenges faced by nurses. Lastly, Judge uses logos by using factual evidence to illustrate the obstacles encountered by nurses, including workplace violence, burnout, and the negative perception surrounding seeking mental health assistance. By referring to statistics gathered from surveys and research conducted among healthcare professionals, the author provides evidence to support the argument about the seriousness of the problem and the urgency to take prompt action.
References -
Judge, K. (2023, November 12). Why do nurses suffer from burnout? forced overtime, understaffing and workplace violence.
USA Today. https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2023/11/12/nurse-burnout-healthcare-stress-
abuse-workplace/71502035007/ -
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