Attitudes Of Nurses Research Articles

Pengaruh Pemberian Informasi tentang Asuhan Perkembangan pada BBLR terhadap Tingkat Pengetahuan dan Sikap Perawat di Rumah Sakit Al Islam Bandung

Development care is an effort to modify the environment and respond to changes in the behavior of newborns, especially in infants Low Birth Weight, The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of training on developmental care on nurses' ability to care for babies with low birth weight. The design of this study used "quasi experiment pre and post test control", which involved 19 nurses in the perinatology room of Al Islam Bandung Hospital. The results showed a significant increase in the mean score of nurses' knowledge, attitudes and actions after the intervention (p value = 0,000, α = 0.05). This training is effective in increasing nurses' knowledge and attitudes. The recommendation of this study is the need for socialization to all health workers supported by the hospital policy to implement development care and evaluate the implementation of development care in LBW care.

Charting a Path From the Graduate QSEN Competencies to the New Essentials

Background: Graduate nursing programs were encouraged to map their curriculum to the Quality and Safety Education in Nursing (QSEN) graduate knowledge, skills, and attitudes (KSA) competency statements. Purpose: Evaluation of the alignment between the 2009 QSEN graduate KSA competency statements and the 2021 American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials advanced-level (Level 2) subcompetencies is needed to support curricular transition to competency-based education and the Essentials. Methods: A team of 5 nursing education experts engaged in multiple rounds of review to seek consensus in determining alignment between the 2009 QSEN graduate KSA competency statements and the 2021 AACN advanced-level subcompetencies. Results: A QSEN-AACN graduate crosswalk tool was created, which reflects alignment of 34% of the 196 graduate QSEN KSA competency statements to the AACN Essentials subcompetencies at the advanced level. 36% of the graduate QSEN KSA competency statements were found to align with the AACN subcompetencies at the entry level. Conclusions: The 2009 QSEN graduate competencies are embedded within 2021 AACN Essentials at entry and advanced levels. However, a sizable shift toward entry level is noted, which represents an evolution in expectations for contemporary practice. This holds significance for graduate nursing faculty as they work to revise curriculum and assessments to meet new guidelines and standards for the profession.

Knowledge and Practice on Hospital Acquired Infections of Tertiary Care Hospital at Dhaka City; Staff Nurse’s Perspective

Introduction: In hospital patients, infections continue to develop and may also be affected by hospital personnel despite progress in the field of public health and hospital care. Infection among hospitable patients is encouraged by many factors: reduced immunity among patients; increasing variety of medical procedures and invasive techniques that lead to potential routes for infection; and transmission among crowded hospital populations of drug-resistant bacteria, where low infect control practices can facilitate transmission. Nosocomial infections occur globally and affect developing countries as well as poor- resource countries. The major causes of death and increased morbidity include infections acquired in health care.  Objective: To find out the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Staff nurses on Hospital Acquired Infections in tertiary care Hospital of Dhaka city.  Method: The study was conducted by Cross sectional, descriptive quantitative research study design with 133 samples included with the inclusion criteria. Data were collected by face to face interviewed method.  Results: Among of the participants, the majority of the nurses were Diploma in Nursing 64.4%, B.Sc. in Nursing 23.7% and MPH/M.Sc. were 11.9%. Distribution of the participants by level of knowledge on hospital acquired infections (n=133), Here the most of the participants had moderate 46% (n=61) knowledge about hospital acquired infections.  Conclusion: Most of the nurses do not have a perfect knowledge about hospital acquired infection control. Therefore, it must be necessary that to learn the knowledge, control and prevention of hospital acquired infections. We also must be known how can use medical personnel about the prevention and control of HAIs according to world standards. Another way of gain knowledge from training, Presentation, academic courses, posters, and conferences.

Evaluating the Knowledge Levels and Attitudes Regarding Pressure Injuries among Nurses in Turkey.

To determine nurses' knowledge levels and attitudes regarding pressure injury (PI) in Turkey and to reveal the relationship between these two variables. This study was conducted with 604 nurses to obtain 98% power based on the G*Power analysis. The authors used the Pressure Ulcer Knowledge Assessment Tool (PUKAT) 2.0 and Attitude toward Pressure Ulcer Prevention (APuP) instrument for data collection. Regression, correlation analysis, independent-sample t test, and analysis of variance were used in data analysis. Nurses' mean total PUKAT 2.0 score was 9.40 ± 2.47 (46.72% correct). Nurses' mean total score on the APuP instrument was 32.39 ± 2.752. The total knowledge score and total attitude score were positively correlated (ρ = 0.761; P = .007). According to the results of linear regression analysis, the demographic variables of sex, education, seniority, and unit significantly predicted PUKAT 2.0 scores and APuP scores. Nurses' knowledge of PI prevention was insufficient, and their attitudes were average. A significant and positive relationship was identified between nurses' knowledge and attitudes regarding PI.

Impact of Instructional Guidelines on Surgical Nurses' Knowledge and Attitude regarding Artificial Intelligence Application

Impact of Instructional Guidelines on Surgical Nurses' Knowledge and Attitude regarding Artificial Intelligence Application

Influential factors affecting nursing performance amid COVID-19: A cross-sectional study on nurse preparedness for infectious diseases

BackgroundThe emergence of infectious diseases such as SARS, MERS, and COVID-19 underscores the need for effective nursing preparedness. ObjectivesThis cross-sectional study sought to pinpoint the factors that impact nursing performance during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on nurses' self-efficacy, work environment, knowledge, and attitudes. DesignThe study utilized a cross-sectional design. Settings & participantsBetween December 13, 2021, and January 21, 2022, an online and offline survey was conducted with 314 nurses who provided in-person care in tertiary and general hospitals throughout South Korea. MethodsUsing t-tests and ANOVA, the research compared nursing performance based on various demographic and work-related characteristics like age, gender, education, marital status, and other working conditions. A research model was formulated via structural equation modeling, positioning nursing performance as the dependent variable. The independent variables included career experience (indirect effect), work environment (indirect effect), COVID-19 knowledge (indirect effect), attitude toward COVID-19 (direct effect), and self-efficacy (direct effect). Data analysis was carried out using SPSS 26 and AMOS 28. ResultsThe study demonstrated that self-efficacy and attitude toward COVID-19 significantly influence nursing performance, as reflected by robust critical ratios (CR) for self-efficacy (CR = 11.291, p < 0.001) and attitude (CR = 5.133, p < 0.001). They account for 43 % (R2 = 0.43) of the variability of nursing performance. Self-efficacy was positively predicted by clinical experience (CR = 3.160, p = 0.002) and work environment (CR = 4.328, p < 0.001), while attitude was similarly influenced (CR = 3.557 and 2.926, respectively). However, clinical experience and work environment only explained 8 % (R2 = 0.08) of self-efficacy and 16 % (R2 = 0.16) of attitude. Knowledge about COVID-19 exhibited a statistically insignificant influence in the dynamics. ConclusionsThis study, conducted among Korean nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic, reveals that self-efficacy and attitudes towards COVID-19 are key predictors of nursing performance, overshadowing knowledge's influence. These findings suggest the critical role of psychological factors in healthcare delivery during crises and underscore the need for enhanced focus on developing self-efficacy and positive attitudes in nursing education and professional development. Additionally, demographic and professional variables, including age, clinical experience, educational level, and marital status affect nursing performance.

Knowledge and Attitudes of Nursing Students Regarding Children's Pain.

Although the occurrence of pain among hospitalized children is inevitable, the way to assess and detect the intensity of pain is still challenging to pediatric professionals and may lead to increased morbidity and mortality rates if left untreated. The knowledge base of nurses regarding both pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management among children plays a significant role in managing and making a management plan. The purpose of this study was to assess nursing students' knowledge and attitudes toward pediatric painmanagement. This study used a cross-sectional design to investigate the knowledge and attitudes regarding pain and its management among undergraduate nursing students at a university. A convenience sample of students from all levels was obtained. The pediatric nurses knowledge and attitudes survey (PNKAS) regarding pain was used. Data were analyzed by IBM SPSS Statistics for Windows, Version 22 (Released 2013; IBM Corp., Armonk, New York, USA). In this study, 86.3% of participants (n = 69) scored within the satisfactory range on the PNKAS, suggesting adequate knowledge and attitudes about pediatric pain management. The results showed there was no significant relationship between age and a total score p-value of 0.740, as well as between academic levels and the same p-value of 0.397. This study highlights the importance of undergraduate nursing education in pediatric pain management. The findings suggest that students may benefit from additional training in pain assessment and pharmacological interventions.

The Effects of Nursing Students" Patient Safety Knowledge, Disaster Nursing Attitude and Problem-Solving Ability on Competency on Disaster Nursing

The Effects of Nursing Students" Patient Safety Knowledge, Disaster Nursing Attitude and Problem-Solving Ability on Competency on Disaster Nursing

Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Oncology Nurses in the Maintenance of Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) in Selected Hospitals in Shandong Province China

Background: Standardized catheter maintenance by nurses can reduce complications. Understanding the knowledge, attitude and practice status of clinical nurses in PICC maintenance is of great practical significance for medical and health development. Objective: To describe the current knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) of nurses on peripheral central catheterization (PICC) maintenance. Methods: The knowledge, attitude and behavior of PICC maintenance of 317 oncology nurses in Shandong Province were analyzed by questionnaires. The counting data were described by frequency and percentage. The influence factors of PICC maintenance knowledge, attitude and behavior were determined by independent sample t test and one-way analysis of variance. Results Gender, age, professional title, education level, work experience, PICC training experience and PICC certificate are all significant factors affecting PICC maintenance knowledge, attitude and behavior. In the dimension of PICC maintenance knowledge, 212 nurses (mean = 10.00, SD=1.26) were proficient in PICC maintenance knowledge, while 105 nurses (mean = 16.60, SD=1.34) were obviously lacking in PICC maintenance knowledge. In the dimension of PICC maintenance attitude, the average score of nurses' PICC maintenance attitude was 52.92+10.34 points, and 228 nurses (mean = 58.86, SD=4.67) had a positive attitude towards PICC maintenance. The average score of nurses' PICC maintenance practice was 62.03+13.00, 64% of nurses had good PICC maintenance practice ability, and 203 nurses (mean =71.33, SD=4.76) had good PICC maintenance practice ability. Discussion In conclusion, the knowledge, attitude and practice of PICC maintenance of oncology nurses in Shandong Province were all at a moderate level. The role of demographic factors on PICC maintenance was paid attention to, and the training on PICC maintenance was emphasized, and the knowledge level, attitude cognition and practical ability of nurses on PICC maintenance were improved through diversified training methods.

Turkish Nurses’ Attitudes towards Elder Abuse and Neglect and Related Factors

Aim: Elder abuse is a universal phenomenon, although it changes according to time and social structure. Nurses need to be able to recognize elder abused and neglected people and to take initiatives for themThis study aimed to examine the attitudes of Turkish nurses towards elder abuse and neglect and related factors. Methods: In this cross-sectional and correlational study, we collected the data using an online questionnaire from 104 nurses who agreed to participate in the study between 15-25 June 2021, using the random sampling method. We analyzed the data in the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) 23 program. Results: 69.2% of the nurses did not take a course on elder abuse, 99.2% received training on elder nursing in undergraduate education, 99.2% knew the concept of elderly abuse, 92.3% faced elder abuse, and 61.5% witnessed it, but they did not report the abuse. The rate of reporting elder abuse was 2.69 times higher in elder nurses, 6.71 times in those who did not believe that nurses could be protected adequately in case of problems that might arise, and 4.21 times in those with a high level of knowledge about the elder abuse law. Conclusion: In line with the findings, Turkish nurses had sufficient knowledge about elder abuse and neglect, but incident reports were inadequate. Implications for nursing management: Executive nurses should create algorithms that nurses can apply in cases of elder abuse and neglect.

Clinical Practice Ability and Related Factors Among Senior Undergraduate Nursing Students Post-Clinical Internship: A Latent Profile Analysis

The shortage of nurses and inadequate clinical practice abilities among senior undergraduate nursing students has raised significant concerns globally. The discrepancy between nursing education and practical skill requirements in hospitals is the primary contributor to this issue. Objectives: This study aimed to (1) explore potential classifications for assessing the clinical practice abilities of senior undergraduate nursing students in clinical practice, (2) identify distinct subgroups based on their clinical practice abilities, and (3) analyze the factors influencing these subgroups. Design: This was a cross-sectional study using latent profile analysis. Participants: A total of 336 fourth-year nursing students who had recently completed clinical practice were included in this study. Methods: Data were collected using a structured questionnaire that included sociodemographic factors, the Nursing Professional Attitude Questionnaire (NPAQ), and the Environmental Assessment Scale for Nursing Clinical Practice. The Clinical Ability Scale for Undergraduate Nursing Students (CCSUNS) measures clinical practice abilities. Latent profile analysis was used to identify subgroups of students based on their clinical practice abilities. Multinomial logistic regression analysis was used to analyze the factors influencing these subgroups. Results: Three profiles of clinical practice ability were identified: (1) "low level - guidance dependent" (51.79%), (2) "intermediate - response improvement" (33.85%), and (3) "high level - autonomous decision-making" (16.37%). Key influencing factors included gender, academic performance, professional nursing attitude, and the clinical practice environment. Conclusions: More than half of the senior nursing students demonstrated poor clinical practice abilities. Enhancing the clinical practice environment, increasing practical opportunities, fostering professional attitudes, and addressing gender equality are critical for improving clinical practice abilities. Future multicenter longitudinal studies are recommended to explore changes in clinical practice abilities over time and across different stages of clinical practice.

Critical care nurses' knowledge and attitudes towards using ventilator waveform monitoring to detect patient-ventilator asynchrony: A cross-sectional online survey.

Patient-ventilator asynchrony (PVA) is a condition that commonly affects patients who are mechanically ventilated. PVA happens when the patient's own breathing effort and the ventilator preset settings are out of sync. Ventilator waveform monitoring is viewed as a difficult undertaking, even for experienced practitioners, despite being a non-invasive and reliable tool for diagnosing PVA. To assess the knowledge levels and attitudes of critical care nurses (CCNs) regarding the use of ventilator waveform monitoring to detect PVA. A cross-sectional online survey was conducted in three intensive care units (ICUs) in Alexandria, Egypt. The questionnaire consisted of four parts to evaluate CCNs' level of knowledge and attitude regarding ventilator waveform monitoring and assess their ability to detect PVA. Of the 137 CCNs approached, 101 CCNs completed the survey, resulting in a 73.7% response rate. Most nurses (88.1%) demonstrated poor knowledge levels and negative attitudes (93.1%) towards using waveform monitoring to detect PVA. A significant relationship was found between nurses' knowledge of ventilator waveform monitoring and their participation in previous training programmes on mechanical ventilation (MV; p = .031). Additionally, nurses' attitudes towards ventilator waveform monitoring were significantly associated with their level of education (p = .002) and attendance in previous courses on waveform analysis (p = .020). A majority of CCNs have poor knowledge and negative attitudes regarding ventilator waveform monitoring. Previous training in MV and attendance courses on ventilator waveform analysis showed a significant correlation between nurses' level of knowledge and attitudes regarding ventilator waveform monitoring. Assessment of CCNs' knowledge and attitudes regarding ventilator waveform monitoring for detecting patient-ventilator asynchrony (PVA) informs the development of future educational programmes, ultimately aiding in the delivery of prompt and high-quality care.

Nurses' Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes Regarding Climate Change and Its Impact on Children's Health in Egyptian Hospitals: A Comparative Study

Introduction: Pediatric nurses are believed to play a crucial role in mitigating and adapting to the impacts of climate change on children's health. Consequently, this study aims to compare nurses' knowledge, skills, and attitudes regarding climate change and its effects on children from hospitals in two provinces in Egypt. Methods: A cross-sectional comparative study was conducted involving staff nurses working in different pediatric units in hospitals across two provinces in Egypt. A total of 336 nurses were purposively selected as participants. Data collection utilized three tools: a designed structured questionnaire for knowledge, a climate health skills rating scale, and an attitude scale. Results: In Beni-Suef hospitals, a significant proportion of participants exhibited poor knowledge, skills, and attitudes (48.2%, 50.6%, and 54.2%, respectively). In contrast, most participants in Al Azhar hospitals demonstrated good knowledge, skills, and attitudes regarding climate change (69.6%, 29.2%, and 82.1%, respectively). These differences between the two provinces were highly statistically significant (P = 0.001). Conclusion: Nurses at Al Azhar Hospital exhibited higher levels of knowledge, skills, and attitudes regarding climate change compared to their counterparts at Beni-Suef Hospital.

Nurses' Knowledge and Attitudes about Adult Post-Operative Pain Assessment and Management: Cross Sectional Study in Qatar.

Pain is a complex and challenging phenomenon. People have different pain experiences, but everyone has the right to effective pain management. Pain assessment and management are integral components of a nurse's role. To assess the knowledge and attitudes of nurses in Qatar about adult post-operative patients' pain assessment and management, and the factors that may be associated with such knowledge and attitudes. Post-operative registered nurses from all peri-operative areas at Hamad Medical Corporation participated in a cross-sectional online survey using a self-administered questionnaire. A knowledge and attitudes (K&A) score was calculated. Associations between K&A and potential explanatory variables were assessed using t-tests and one-way ANOVA. A total of 151 post-operative nurses participated in the study. The mean knowledge and attitudes (K&A) score was 19.6 ± 4.5 out of 41 (48%), indicating a large deficit in nurses' knowledge and attitudes about adult post-operative pain. There were no statistically significant differences in the mean K&A scores of participants based on gender, nationality, education level, marital status, workplace facility, current job designation, or hours of pain education. There is a significant deficit in post-operative nurses' knowledge and attitudes about pain across the nursing workforce in post-operative care. Implications for nursing education and policy: Evidence-based, innovative nursing education courses are needed to improve nurses' knowledge and attitudes about pain assessment and management. Health service policy is required to ensure that evidence-based in-service education on pain management is compulsory for all nurses. This study was not registered.

Attitudes and Barriers of Emergency Nurses and Physicians Toward Family Presence During Resuscitation in Iran: A Cross-Sectional Study

IntroductionImplementing family presence during resuscitation poses many challenges in developing countries, especially in developing countries like Iran, where cultural and contextual factors play significant roles. This study examined the attitudes and barriers of Muslim emergency nurses and physicians toward family presence during resuscitation in Iran. MethodsA cross-sectional study included 300 physicians and 500 nurses. Data were analyzed using descriptive and analytic statistics. ResultsThe overall score of physicians’ attitudes toward family presence during resuscitation was higher than nurses’ (P = .001). Female nurses had a higher attitude score than male nurses (P = .001). Other demographic variables were not significant with nurses’ attitudes toward family presence during resuscitation. The most significant barriers to family presence during resuscitation included increased stress on staff and unwanted events during cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The attitude of Iranian physicians and nurses toward family presence during resuscitation is becoming more positive, with more than half of them agreeing with both the concept and the practice. DiscussionThe findings suggest that hospitals should develop and adopt policies to ensure consistent performance when implementing family presence during resuscitation and that the procedure is safe and effective.

Facilitators and barriers to evidence adoption for central venous catheters post-insertion maintenance in oncology nurses: a multi-center mixed methods study

BackgroundThe post-insertion maintenance of central venous catheters(CVCs)is a common, vital procedure undertaken by nurses. Existing literature lacks a comprehensive review of evidence adoption for CVCs post-insertion maintenance specifically within the oncology context. This investigation assessed evidence-based practice by oncology nurses in the care of CVCs, elucidating facilitators and obstacles to this adoption process.MethodsThis was a sequential explanatory mixed methods study, executed from May 2022 to April 2023, adhering to the GRAMMS checklist. The study commenced with a cross-sectional study through clinical observation that scrutinized the adoption of scientific evidence for CVC maintenance, analyzing 1314 records from five hospitals in China. Subsequently, a semi-structured, in-depth interview with nurses based on the i-PARIHS framework was conducted to ascertain facilitators and barriers to evidence adoption for CVCs post-insertion maintenance. Fifteen nurses were recruited through purposive sampling. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize quantitative data, while content analysis was used to analyze qualitative data.ResultsAn overall compliance rate of 90.0% was observed; however, two domains exhibited a lower adoption rate of less than 80%, namely disinfection of infusion connector and disinfection of skin and catheter. Three barriers and two facilitators were discerned from the interviews. Barriers encompassed (1) difficulty in accessing the evidence, (2) lack of involvement from nurse specialists, and (3) challenges from internal and external environments. Facilitators comprised (1) the positive attitudes of specialist nurses toward evidence application, and (2) the formation of a team specializing in intravenous therapy within hospitals.ConclusionThere exists a significant opportunity to improve the adoption of evidence-based practices for CVC maintenance. Considering the identified barriers and facilitators, targeted interventions should be conceived and implemented at the organizational level to augment oncology evidence-based practice, especially the clinical evidence pertinent to infection control protocols.Trial registrationThis investigation was sanctioned by the Medical Ethics Committee of Henan Cancer Hospital (Number 2023-KY-0014).

Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Nurses’ Towards Physical Restraints for Critical Ill Patients in Orotta National Referral Hospital

&amp;lt;i&amp;gt;Background&amp;lt;/i&amp;gt;: Physical restraint can be defined as any act that avoids a person&amp;apos;s liberated body change to a position of preference and, or regular evaluation to their body by the application of any technique, attached or adjacent to a person’s body that they cannot manage or remove easily. Inappropriate use of physical restraints may cause patients grave damage. Different studies informed that patients faced to physical restraints pass on due to pneumonia, constipation, and incontinence, as well as circulatory and respiratory problems. Critical care nurses should make correct decisions regarding use of physical restraints if they are to guarantee patient safety by the accountable nurse. &amp;lt;i&amp;gt;Aim&amp;lt;/i&amp;gt;: the intention of this study was to assess nurses’ knowledge, attitude and practice; towards physical restraints use. &amp;lt;i&amp;gt;Method&amp;lt;/i&amp;gt;: study design was a descriptive cross Sectional that used to assess knowledge, attitude and practice of nurses towards physical restraints in Orotta national referral hospital with self-administered questionnaire. Lastly data was analyzed using SPSS version 26. &amp;lt;i&amp;gt;Results&amp;lt;/i&amp;gt;: the study was conducted among 100 nurses. 60% of the respondents were females and the median age of the study participants was 28 (IQR=6) years, with a minimum age of 21 and maximum age of 50yrs. Most of the study participants 31% had age of 25 or less years. Majority of them were diploma level and did not take any physical restraint related training 55% and 84% respectively. Except in recovery (12%) and adult ICU (27%) areas, the number of nurses in medical, surgical and adult was similar (each 20%). More than ninety percent (94%) of the study participants were not aware of the presence of guidelines regarding physical restraint in their work area. &amp;lt;i&amp;gt;Conclusion&amp;lt;/i&amp;gt;: In this current study we concluded that, there was no correlation between knowledge and attitude and also between attitude and practice. But there was correlation between knowledge and practice. Those who have good knowledge can practice well. &amp;lt;i&amp;gt;Nursing implication&amp;lt;/i&amp;gt;: By evaluating the current nurses’ knowledge, attitude and practice, this study will contribute recommendation on the frequent training of nurses on physical restraints and possible avoidance of it or safe practice.

Investigation of Attitudes of Surgical Nurses Towards Evidence-Based Nursing Practices in and Affecting Factors

Abstract Aim-Background: With evidence-based practice, nurses play an important role in developing and improving health outcomes to the optimal level expected. This study was conducted to examine the attitudes of nurses working in surgical clinics towards evidence-based nursing. Design-Methods: The sample of the descriptive and cross-sectional study consisted of 110 nurses who worked in the surgical clinics of a university hospital between March and September 2019. Data Collection Form Attitude Towards Evidence-Based Nursing Questionnaire (AEBNAQ) were used to collect the data. Written permissions were obtained from the Scientific Ethics Committee, the institution where the study would be conducted, and the nurses participating in the study. The data were evaluated using number, percentage, mean, standard deviation, Mann-Whitney U and Spearman's rho correlation analysis. Results: It was determined that the average age of the nurses participating in the study was 34.03±7.29 years, 51.8% has done a graduation project/thesis/research in their education process, 40.0% has attended a scientific meeting on evidence-based practice, 91.8% needs evidence in nursing practices. The total score of the nurses was determined as 62.5±8.5 and sub-dimensions differed as in the "Evidence-Based Nursing Beliefs and Expectations" sub-dimension 29.3±4.2, in the "Evidence-Based Practicing Intention" sub-dimension 16.1±2.7, in the "Evidence-Based Nursing Emotions" sub-dimension 17.1±2.5 points. It was determined that nurses who read scientific journals, have attended scientific meetings, do graduation projects/thesis/research, need evidence in nursing practices, have information about evidence-based practices and want to participate in the training program, and the sub-dimension and total score averages of the AEBNAQ are significantly higher (p

Nurses’ attitude towards patient advocacy and its associated factor in East Gojjam Zone Public hospitals, Northwest Ethiopia, 2023

IntroductionOne of the most important but underappreciated roles of nurses is patient advocacy. To advocate for patients effectively, the nurses should have a favorable attitude towards patient advocacy. Despite this fact, the nurses’ attitude towards patient advocacy was not known in Ethiopia. Thus, this study aimed to assess nurses’ attitude towards patient advocacy and its associated factors in East Gojjam Zone Public Hospitals, Northwest in 2023.MethodsInstitutional-based cross-sectional study design was conducted among 385 nurses in East Gojjam Zone Public Hospitals from March 1 to April 30, 2023. Nurses were selected using simple random sampling techniques from 11 public hospitals. The data were collected in a self-administered way. Binary logistic regression was used for data analysis. All independent variables having a P value of < 0.25 in the bivariable logistic regression were fitted into a multivariable logistic regression. The AOR at a 95% confidence interval was used to identify the strength of the association, and a p value of 0.05 was used to declare it statistically significant at the final model.ResultA total of 385 nurses participated in the study, for a 91% response rate. Among these, 49.9% of nurses had an unfavorable attitude. Being working in a primary hospital [AOR = 2.3; 95% CI: (1.4–3.8)], poor cooperation of nurses [AOR = 1.7; 95% CI: (1.1–2.8)], being unsatisfied with the job [AOR = 1.7; 95% CI: (1.1–2.7)], and poor perceived supervision of work [AOR = 6.2; 95% CI: (3.7–9.8)] were factors associated with nurses’ attitudes towards patient advocacy.ConclusionThe number of nurses who had an unfavorable attitude towards patient advocacy was high. Working in a primary hospital, poor cooperation with others, being dissatisfied with the job, and having an unfavorable perception towards the supervision of work were the factors associated with the unfavorable attitude of nurses towards patient advocacy. It is recommended that all hospitals better support the nurses to increase their job satisfaction and have good supervision of the nurses’ activities.

Knowledge, attitude and practice of nurses in the prevention of nosocomial infection among in-patients in UNIOSUN teaching hospital, Osogbo

Knowledge, attitude and practice of nurses in the prevention of nosocomial infection among in-patients in UNIOSUN teaching hospital, Osogbo