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The Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI)

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In order to find a solution to nurse burnout, it must first be identified. The Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) is the gold-standard instrument used to assess burnout, and its reliability and validity have been well documented. Dr. Maslach emphasizes that burnout isn't just related to an individual; rather, it's a social problem derived by the interactions of individuals in a mismatched work environment.
The MBI comprises 16 self-descriptive statements in three separate categories: emotional exhaustion (EX), professional efficacy (PE), and cynicism (CY). The EX subscale assesses the nurse's feelings of being emotionally overextended and exhausted by his or her work. The PE subscale measures feelings of competence and achievement in the current

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