Comparative cross-sectional study reveals low occupational stress in Indonesian nurses and midwives in Saudi Arabia, indicating effective healthcare environments.
Key Points
Occupational stress levels were low among both nurses and midwives, indicating a positive work environment.
The study found that workload was the most stressful factor, with nurses reporting a mean stress level of 20.44.
Significant differences in stress levels were related to workplace and educational background (p = 0.038, p = 0.005).
No significant difference was observed in stress levels between nurses and midwives (p = 0.188).