Lima M. Emal

Jun 13, 2023 | mdpi.com | Sietske J Tamminga |Sanja Kezic |Frederieke G Schaafsma |Lima M. Emal

Abstract:Background: Instruments with sufficient diagnostic accuracy are better able to detect healthcare workers (HCWs) who are at risk of psychological distress. The objective of this review is to examine the diagnostic accuracy and measurement properties of psychological distress instruments in healthcare workers. Methods: We searched in Embase, Medline and PsycINFO from 2000 to February 2021. We included studies if they reported on the diagnostic accuracy of an instrument.