Decision Fatigue and Emotional Exhaustion Among Anesthesiologists

Decision Fatigue Among Anesthesiologists: The Relationship Between Cognitive Load and Emotional Exhaustion

This study aims to evaluate the level of decision fatigue among anesthesiologists actively practicing in clinical settings in Turkey and to examine its relationship with emotional exhaustion. Participants will complete an online survey including demographic information, the Decision Fatigue Scale (DFS), and the Emotional Exhaustion subscale of the Maslach Burnout Inventory. The study will explore associations between decision fatigue scores and demographic or professional variables, as well as correlations with emotional exhaustion levels. Data will be collected anonymously and analyzed to identify factors contributing to cognitive load and burnout among anesthesiologists.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Actively practicing anesthesiologists (specialists or residents) in Turkey.
• Age 24 years or older.
• Voluntarily provides informed consent through the online form.
• Completes the online survey in full.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Health care professionals not working in the field of anesthesiology.
• Individuals who do not provide informed consent through the online form.
• Participants who submit incomplete surveys or provide patterned/invalid responses that compromise data quality.
• Physicians currently in administrative positions who are not actively involved in clinical decision-making processes.