Abstract
Introduction: Patient safety is a crucial aspect of healthcare delivery, and nurses play a critical role in ensuring that patients receive safe and high-quality care. As healthcare systems continue to evolve, it is essential to understand the attitudes and perceptions of nurses towards patient safety. Aim: To explore emergency department nurses’ attitudes toward patient safety in the Alqassim region, Saudi Arabia. Materials and Methods: This was a cross-sectional study involving 420 emergency department nurses from the hospitals of the Alqassim region, Saudi Arabia. The World Health Organisation (WHO) patient safety questionnaire, specifically tailored for nurses, was employed. Data analysis was conducted using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25.0. Results: Total of 139 nurses out 420 completed the research. Most participants were males aged between 22 and 30 years, married, and held a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. The overall average score for patient safety reached a moderate level, with a mean of 118.66±23.33. The component on workplace safety had the highest average score of 32.33±7.40, while the section on personal attitudes towards patient safety had the lowest average score of 15.02±3.72. Conclusion: Nurses exhibited moderate attitudes towards various aspects of patient safety, including error and patient safety, healthcare system safety, and personal attitudes towards patient safety. Enhancing patient safety measures is crucial for fostering a resilient safety culture in the healthcare sector.
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