Nursing Care: The front line of Health Crises – A Comprehensive Review

Nursing care plays a critical role during health crises, serving as the frontline of response in public health emergencies such as pandemics, natural disasters, and mass casualty events. This review explores the multifaceted contributions of nurses during health crises, highlighting their essential roles in patient care, triage, and psychological support, as well as their leadership in crisis management. Through an analysis of recent studies, this paper examines how nursing interventions improve patient outcomes, reduce mortality and morbidity, and enhance healthcare delivery during emergencies. The review also identifies significant challenges faced by nurses, including resource constraints, physical and emotional fatigue, and ethical dilemmas in crisis settings. Additionally, this article highlights innovations in nursing care, such as the integration of telemedicine and the adoption of new care models. Recommendations for improving nursing care during future crises include increased investment in nurse training, better working conditions, and stronger healthcare policies that support the nursing workforce. By addressing these key issues, this review underscores the importance of nursing care in maintaining public health resilience and improving overall crisis response systems.