Cyberloafing in the Healthcare System During the 12-Day Imposed War:  A Prospective Analysis of Ethical Challenges and Practical Solutions in Geopolitical Crises

Msoud  Hiteh; Ali Asghar  Jesmi

doi:10.18502/ijme.v18iS2.21911

Msoud Hiteh Msc.in Nursing,Iranian Research Center on Healthy Aging, Sabzevar University of Medical Sciences, Iran.
Ali Asghar Jesmi Ph.D in Nursing, Iranian Research Center on Healthy Aging, Sabzevar University of Medical Sciences, Iran.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.18502/ijme.v18iS2.21911

Keywords: Cyberloafing, Medical ethics, Patient safety, Crisis management, Occupational stress.

Abstract

Cyberloafing, may increase significantly among healthcare professionals during geopolitical crises such as war. Heightened anxiety, constant news monitoring, and excessive social media use can distract staff from clinical responsibilities. The article recommends organizational, team-based, and individual interventions to reduce cyberloafing and maintain ethical, safe healthcare delivery during crises.