Evaluation of burnout in workers of a university hospital in the city of Belém (PA)

ABSTRACT The objective of this study was to evaluate the elements that characterize burnout in workers at a university hospital in the city of Belém, state of Pará, Brazil. It is a descriptive study, with a quantitative approach and a cross-sectional delineation, investigating 62 workers. It was verified a high prevalence rate. Although some results do not confirm the literature, it must be emphasized that most of the professional categories had not yet been studied adopting this methodology, which prevents more consistent comparisons. It is suggested that working conditions may be more responsible for the symptoms of burnout rather than the isolated characteristics of the professionals.