Prevention of musculoskeletal injuries related to the work of obstetric nurses: a focus group

Objective: To analyze the perception of obstetric nurses trained at the Lisbon School of Nursing regarding the need for training to prevent work-related musculoskeletal injuries in their clinical practice and to identify training strategies and proposals. Method: Qualitative study using focus group technique, conducted online in November 2022 with the participation of five obstetric nurses. The data was organized based on content analysis and WebQDA® software. Results: Five categories emerged that embody the emerging areas for change: Care environment; Awareness for practice; Risk management tools; Comfort of the parturient; Professional development and role of the organization. Conclusion: It is essential that organizations promote a balance between patient care and professional ergonomics to mitigate the risk of injury.