Impact of a Short Music Therapy Program on Humanized Care in Emergency Nursing Staff at Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá: A Mixed-Methods Pilot Study

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to evaluate the impact of a short music therapy program on the humanization of care among emergency nursing staff at the University Hospital Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá. The study focuses on reducing stress, burnout, and improving quality of life for healthcare professionals in emergency settings through creative and participatory self-care methods. It is a mixed-methods pilot and feasibility study that combines quantitative and qualitative approaches to understand the effects of music therapy. The program involves eight music therapy sessions over four weeks, covering four main themes: self-care, emotional expression, empathy, and teamwork. These sessions use various music therapy techniques such as receptive listening, re-creative activities, composition, and improvisation. The intervention is designed to influence factors measured by the Healthcare Professional Humanization Scale (HUMAS) and the Professional Quality of Life (ProQOL) measure. Participants will be assessed at the start and end of the program using the HUMAS and ProQOL questionnaires to measure changes in humanization and professional quality of life. Additionally, focus group interviews will provide qualitative insights through thematic analysis. The study monitors these outcomes over the one-month program duration, aiming to support emergency department nursing staff's mental health and empathy in their work environment.

Music Therapy and Humanization in ED Healthcare Professionals