The COVID-19 Pandemic's Impact on the Anxiety of Radiographers in Kermanshah, Iran

Abstract

Background: The emerging COVID-19 virus in the world has resulted in psychological concerns and issues, including anxiety, which in turn causes problems in both mental and physical dimensions in people; In the meantime, it is necessary to study the anxiety of health staff, especially radiographers, who are at the forefront of dealing patients with suspected corona disease. Objectives: To evaluate how the COVID-19 epidemic has affected the anxiety levels of radiographers in Kermanshah, Iran, examining the factors contributing to heightened anxiety and proposing potential strategies for mitigation. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, which employed a descriptive-analytical approach and a readily available sampling method, 102 radiographers who worked in various hospital wards in western Iran's educational and medical centers participated. The Corona Disease Anxiety Scale (CDAS) was the instrument used to collect the data. Results: According to the presented scores, 13 participants (12.7%) had no anxiety or mild mental anxiety, 75 participants (73.5%) had moderate mental anxiety, and 13 participants (12.7%) had severe mental anxiety. 87 participants (85.3%) had moderate physical anxiety, and 15 participants (14.7%) had severe physical anxiety. Conclusions: Radiographers' anxiety should be taken into account, as it can have adverse effects on their mental and physical well-being. It is crucial to prioritize the health of hospital staff and prevent any decrease in the efficiency of radiographers.