Combating Compassion Fatigue

Read the articles listed in the readings for this module and use them as a starting point for researching the topic of compassion fatigue, caregiver burnout, and related issues. Evaluate your sources to make sure they are academically sound and useful to your study. Compile concepts and resources to help yourself when facing burnout as you care for patients. In 1,250-1500 words, summarize your findings. Be sure to include the following: Identify the warning signs for at least five concepts of compassion fatigue. Present the nature of the problems and their causes. Explain the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the caregiver. Finally, give examples of coping strategies and resources you can use to help you, the caregiver. Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.