Presenteeism among healthcare sector specialists
Authors: Wężyk, A. and Czarnecka, K.
Volume: 3
Pages: 1300-1321
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-6915-2.ch060
Abstract:This chapter focuses on the phenomenon of presenteeism (i.e. being at work despite having health problems) among healthcare professionals, such as doctors, nurses and caregivers. We present a review of studies regarding prevalence of presenteeism as well as determinants of attending work while ill in healthcare sector. We also describe some preliminary result of a research project on presenteeism in Polish employees. Finally we discuss ethical concerns that are inevitable in case of healthcare workers, who come to work despite being ill.
Source: Scopus