Occupational stress among diagnostic radiographers during the COVID-19 pandemic: a Namibian perspective

CPUT Ethical reference number: CPUT/HWS-REC 2022/H5

The study explored occupational stress and stressors caused by the COVID-19 pandemic among diagnostic radiographers’ including coping strategies used and identified interventions that can be used to mitigate the effects of stress during future pandemics.

A quantitative, cross-sectional descriptive study using an electronic survey was conducted to collect data.

The study showed that occupational stress during the COVID-19 pandemic was a significant factor for diagnostic radiographers in Namibia. Therefore a need to implement and strengthen awareness of psycho-social support programs can be used in managing occupational stress amongst radiographers.