Burnout is not a term that can only be used for sports and exercising. As a matter of fact, it is an emotional and psychological term as well. The definition of burnout in the medical field is the main focus of this paper. Burn out is a state of mental and or physical exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress (Lavery, 2007). In another word, it is a syndrome of depersonalization, emotional exhaustion and a sense of low personal accomplishment that leads to a decreased effectiveness at work (Shanafelt, 2002). Nursing school is like a factory which builds an effective workforce and establishes a safe, pleasant healthcare environment. Conversely,
Burnout is not a term that can only be used for sports and exercising. As a matter of fact, it is an emotional and psychological term as well. The definition of burnout in the medical field is the main focus of this paper. Burn out is a state of mental and or physical exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress (Lavery, 2007). In another word, it is a syndrome of depersonalization, emotional exhaustion and a sense of low personal accomplishment that leads to a decreased effectiveness at work (Shanafelt, 2002). Nursing school is like a factory which builds an effective workforce and establishes a safe, pleasant healthcare environment. Conversely,