PTSD and the COVID-19 Continuum.

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to cause chaos and confusion in health care, the outcome of which manifests itself as erratic and often incomprehensible behaviors of staff. These behaviors are symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This article explores the association of the COVID pandemic and the emergence of PTSD symptoms. A theoretical framework is presented to assist the nurse leader in gaining perspective, and suggests treatment modalities to assist at times when behaviors present in the workplace.