The physical environment also
causes fatigue in nurses. When
nurses are fielding numerous interruptions
during tasks that require
concentration or are having to work
in environments with excessive extraneous
noise, this saps mental
energy. Nurses can spot ways to
organize supplies and equipment or
adjust the layout of the work environment
to reduce the physical
burden of work. Needless to say, a
no-lift environment reduces physical
fatigue and the risk for injury.