A study of the work and home domain characteristics of anaesthetists in Nigeria.
OBJECTIVE
To examine the work and home domain characteristics of anaesthetists in Nigeria, and the impact of these on work and family life.


METHODS
A total of 200 self-administered questionnaires were distributed to anaesthetists in various health institutions in Nigeria. Of these, 114 (57%) were returned. Information contained in the questionnaire included demographic characteristics, qualification, rank and years spent in the specialty, spouse occupation and details of work and family life.


RESULTS
The 114 respondents consisted of 86 males (77%) and 28 females (22.8%), aged between 30 and 59 years. The average weekly working hours were 58.4 hours. About half of the respondents could study anaesthesia at home sometimes, while 25% each could do so always or not at all. About 41% of the respondents could respond to emergencies at home immediately, while 45% could only do so after first reporting to work. Respondents' recommendation to enhance work and family life included reduced work load, more flexible work schedule, accommodation close to place of work, among others.


CONCLUSIONS
Positive impact on service output as well as enhanced job satisfaction will ensue if the recommendations in this study are implemented by the relevant authorities.
Adudu
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Department of Anaesthesiology,University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin city, Nigeria.
Amadasun
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D000328:Adult; D000776:Anesthesiology; D002055:Burnout, Professional / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000523:psychology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007588:Job Satisfaction; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009549:Nigeria; D010820:Physicians / Q000523:psychology*; D012944:Social Support; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D016526:Workload / Q000523:psychology*; D017132:Workplace / Q000523:psychology