This study investigates the effects of physical dirtiness on healthcare workers in relation to emotional exhaustion, suggesting roles of profession and patient interactions.
Key Points
Physical dirtiness negatively impacts healthcare workers' compassion toward patients and their career success.
The influence of emotional exhaustion in these relationships is moderated by profession and patient reciprocity.
Data was collected from 203 hospital doctors and nurses across three waves of assessments.
Understanding these dynamics can help improve support for healthcare workers dealing with physical dirtiness.