PHYSIOLOGICAL DISORDERS DUE TO THE USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT ON NURSES IN THE ERA OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC: LITERATURE STUDY

The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is important for nurses when providing services to patients avoid infectious diseases including COVID-19. However, continuous PPE can cause physiological problems such as headache, facial dermatitis, difficulty breathing, irritation, and discomfort. This study aims determine various disorders due the on during COVID-19 pandemic based results a critical review scientific articles. search articles was carried out through engines Google Scholar, Pubmed, EBSCO with keywords equipment, disorders, nurses, pandemic. limited 2020-2021, which accessible in full text free. literature found 13 suitable It known that has effects itching, rash, reactions body skin tissue, acne discomfort used continuously an indefinite period time. be concluded negative impact condition if without regard safety management PPE.
 Keywords: Nurses; Pandemic; Personal Protective Equipment; Physiological Disorders