Perceived Causes

Very low

Low

High

Very high

Heavy Workload

2

5

31

32

Verbal and Physical Assault

12

19

19

20

Limited Time of Nursing Intervention

16

20

16

18

Confronted with Broad Range of Health Conditions

14

10

16

30

Frustration from Patients and Relatives

6

18

17

29

No Breaks during Shift

21

5

9

35

Complex Medical Conditions (which are emotionally demanding)

13

11

23

23

No Experience in Handling Critically Ill Patients

27

20

8

15

Low Salaries Compared to Workload

16

5

30

19

Exposure to Health Hazards

10

8

12

40

Lack of Equipment

11

12

18

29