the role of nursing care during post-burn mood disorders: a narrative review

Burn injury patients often experience a range of psychological challenges, such as pain, anxiety, and depression. in this context, nurses have a crucial responsibility in caring for clients with mood disorders. in the current study, the authors aim to provide a comprehensive perspective on nursing role during post-burn mood disorders among burn patients by reviewing previous evidence literature. a comprehensive literature search was conducted on pubmed and scopus databases using the following key terms &burns&, &severe burns&, &mood disorders&, and &nursing&. the search desire focused on papers related to burns, mood disorders, and nursing. 20 studies were selected for this review. nurses play a crucial role in managing post-burn psychological conditions like depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd), and anxiety. their responsibilities include early detection, holistic assessment, and intervention in addressing patients’ emotional well-being. educating patients and families, providing emotional support, and creating a therapeutic environment are critical aspects of nursing care. nurses work to demystify psychological conditions, encourage mental health engagement, and implement personalized care plans. by reducing stress, promoting emotional well-being, and facilitating access to mental health services, nurses contribute significantly to burn survivors’ recovery and quality of life. nursing’s integral role in managing post-burn psychological conditions like depression, ptsd, and anxiety is crucial. nurses provide compassionate, holistic care that meets the diverse needs of burn survivors, guiding them toward recovery.