Affiliation:
1. M.Sc. (N), Tutor/Clinical Instructor (Nursing), College of Nursing, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Jodhpur, India.
Abstract
COVID-19 pandemic emerged as a global health emergency with public concerns which is found to be more critical in second wave at present. The global outbreak of COVID-19 disease has changed the pattern of lifestyle among people and comprehends the importance of up-gradation in the health care sector. In the history of pandemic when medicine was not accessible, cure was always believed in good nursing. During the ongoing pandemic, a nurse as frontline warriors represents the maximum workforce. Decision making, screening, transportation, and care of patients are the vital roles of frontline nurses. Nurse as a practitioner, leader and educator contributes to overcoming the current pandemic considered a highly contagious respiratory disease. Despite wearing adequate personal protective equipment (PPEs), the risk of infection and transmission among nurses remains high and leads to increased psychological distress. The author highlights the roles played by frontline warrior, challenges faced and finally discuss the strategies and approaches of nurses in managing the pandemic.