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Outcome Orientation vs Problem Orientation: Preliminary Validation of a Novel Cognitive Assessment Tool and Its Relationship to Burnout in Advanced Practice Providers

2026-03-02 medical education Title + abstract only
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BackgroundAdvanced Practice Providers (APPs) in emergency and urgent care settings experience high burnout rates, yet limited research examines cognitive factors influencing professional fulfillment. The Empowerment Dynamic framework suggests outcome-oriented thinking may protect against burnout compared to problem-oriented patterns. ObjectiveTo examine relationships between cognitive mindset orientation, professional fulfillment, and burnout among APPs while providing preliminary validation of...

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