Level Of Related Knowledge Research Articles

Rational use of antibiotics

INTRODUCTION : Often when people suffer from high fever or viral infections, do not have time for microbio­logical testing and seek quick results, they start self-treatment. Experts warn that errors in the use of antibiot­ics threaten our health, suppress the natural response of the immune system and can have a negative effect on the complex organization of microorganisms that inhabit the human body. Errors by self-reduction of dosage and duration, as well as interruption of the treatment course suggest an improper use of antibiotics. AIM : The aim of this paper is to study the knowledge of health care professionals from Alexandrovska Univer­sity Hospital on the rational use of antibiotics - their advantages and disadvantages and the main risks of an increase of bacterial resistance. MATERIALS AND METHODS : A survey involving health care professionals at Alexandrovska University Hos­pital was conducted. We used sociological methods of processing and analyzing the results of the question­naires concerning the frequency of the used antibiotics, whether they were consistent with the results of the microbiological tests and if there was a consultation with a microbiologist about the effects of stopping the use of antibiotics. CONCLUSIONS : Antibiotics should only be used as the only remaining option, not as the first possible drug treatment. Health care professionals who show a high level of knowledge and competence in relation to the right times to use antibiotics may be helpful to their relatives and patients with advice and recommendations regarding the reduction of the risk to their health, the use of probiotics together with the antibiotic therapy and the maintenance of a healthy way of life.

Investigation of disease related knowledge level and needs in Xinjiang Uygur and Han patients with ulcerative colitis

Objective To investigate the knowledge level and needs in Xinjiang Uygur and Han patients with ulcerative colitis (UC), compare the differences between the two ethnic groups. Methods A total of 194 Uygur and Han UC patients were investigated with the general information questionnaire, the Crohn's and Colitis Knowledge Score (CCKNOW) questionnaire, disease related knowledge needs questionnaire, to analyze the investigate results. Results CCKNOW score of Uygur and Han UC were (6.9±3.5) points and (9.2±3.1) points respectively, and Uygur was significantly lower than that of Han (Z=-2.831, P=0.005). Knowledge accuracy of dietary (30% and 63%) and drug (45% and 44%) were higher than general information (24% and 32%) and complications (12% and 30%). Disease related knowledge needs score of Uygur and Han UC patients were (168.2±15.6) points and (155.4±17.2) points respectively, the score of Uygur patients was significantly higher than that of Han patients (t=4.429, P= 0.001).The highest disease related knowledge needs score was (4.7±1.0) points of reproductive knowledge for Uygur UC patients, for Han patients was knowledge of daily life which was (4.8 ± 0.8) points. Conclusions The disease related knowledge level of Xinjiang Uygur and Han UC patients are relatively low, especially lack of general knowledge and diet knowledge, disease related knowledge of Uygur UC patients are lower than Han patients. The needs of the disease knowledge are very high for two ethnic groups, different one has different ethnic, gender, age, education level, living environment, hospitalization times, areas of disease related knowledge needs are also different. It is necessary to choose the targeted education content and suitable education way according to individual differences for nursing staff. Key words: Colitis, ulcerative; Knowledge; Uygur nationality; Needs assessment

Effects of narrative medicine on diabetic foot knowledge level and metabolic parameters of patients with middle or high risks for diabetic foot

Objective To discuss the effects of narrative medicine on diabetic foot knowledge level and metabolic parameters of patients with middle or high risks for diabetic foot. Methods We selected 90 patients with mid-and-high risks for diabetic foot who accorded with the inclusion criteria from October 2012 to May 2013. All patients were given a questionnaire about knowledge of diabetic foot to evaluate the degree of patients′ mastery level of diabetic foot knowledge and after routine education, patients were randomly divided into experimental group and control group by random number table. The patients of control group received conventional education, while the patients of experimental group were intervened with narrative medicine education. We compared patient′s foot related knowledge level and metabolic parameters after 6 months. Results A total of 87 patients completed the whole study. Forty-three patients were in the control group, and forty-four patients were in the experimental group. After interventions, patient′s systolic pressure, diastolic pressure, 2 h postprandial blood sugar, and glycosylated hemoglobin in the experimental group were lower than that of the control group (P<0.05). After interventions, the scores of the questionnaire were higher than that of the control group (P<0.05). After interventions, the basic information of diabetes knowledge, recognition of diabetic food, food nursing, correct knowledge of wearing shoes and socks, knowledge of avoiding food injuries, total score of food knowledge questionnaire in the experimental group were compared with those of control group with statistical significance (P<0.05). Conclusions Narrative medicine can improve middle or high risks diabetic foot patient′s foot related knowledge level and metabolic parameters. Key words: Diabetic foot; Health education; Metabolism; Narrative medicine

KNOWLEDGE OF UNIVERSITY FEMALE REGARDING SEXUAL HEALTH EDUCATION AT MANSOURA UNIVERSITY

Background: Adolescence is a crucial phase of life and encompasses a nice result on the adolescent period. It's a time once teenagers develop the information, attitudes and skills that facilitate them to become sexually healthy. Aim of the study: this study aimed to assess University females' knowledge regarding sexual health education. Method: Descriptive study was conducted among (585) adolescent girls registered at Mansoura university at the first, second and third years with, Mansoura University, Egypt. Data were collected using three tools; the first tool was a structured questionnaire which included socio-demographic data, second tool was self-administered questionnaire to assess university females' knowledge and cultural preferences, third tool was attitude scale to assess university females' attitude, the fourth tool was self- administered questionnaire to assess university female sexual health education methods and preferences. The study was conducted from August 2013to February 2014. Results: The mean age of the adolescent girls was 19±0.66 years; about three fourths were belonging to middle social class. The participants showed poor score level of knowledge in relation to definition and changes of maturation, wet dreams, masturbation, abnormal sexual behavior, sexual transmitted disease. The main sources of knowledge were friends, families, mass media and internet. Conclusion: The main conclusion drawn from the current study is that the majority of the adolescent girls had poor score level of knowledge regarding sex education. Recommendations: It was recommended to apply professional, comprehensive and individualized sex education focusing on improving the knowledge and increasing awareness of adolescent girls to improve their sexual health and prevent potential sexual transmitted diseases.

A study on improving the management of type 2 diabetes by mobile health platform and peer support education

Objective To discuss the effect of improving self-management among type 2 diabetes by mobile health platform and peer support education. Methods Two hundred diabetic patients enrolled from community were assigned to mobile health platform with peer support education group(group A, 50 patients), peer support education group(group B, 50 patients), and control group(group C, 100 patients). Diabetes related knowledge, self-efficacy score, educational participation, and HbA1C level were compared among these three groups before and after nine months of intervention. Results Diabetes related knowledge, self-efficacy score, and educational participation were observably improved in group A(P<0.01). HbA1C in group A was stable, but it had no statistical significance. Conclusion The mobile health platform with peer support education helps to improve the effects of control and education in type 2 diabetic patients in community. (Chin J Endocrinol Metab, 2015, 31: 967-970) Key words: Peer support; Mobile health; Diabetes mellitus, type 2

Coverage of HIV related follow-up intervention and antiretroviral treatment and its correlation among HIV-positive men who have sex with men of 3 cities in China

To understand the coverage of HIV related intervention and antiviral treatment among HIV-positive men who have sex with men (MSM) and to examine factors of initiating antiretroviral treatment. A total of 501 HIV-positive MSM were recruited by "snowballing" sampling in Chengdu (160), Chongqing (168) and Guangzhou (173) from January to June, 2013. Participants who were older than18 years, had sex with men, HIV-infected, were living in these 3 cities when survey was conducted were eligible for subjects of this survey. The data were collected by computer assisted survey, including social demography, the coverage of HIV related follow-up intervention and ART, related knowledge level, sexual behaviors in the last 6 months, as well as notification to sexual partners and family. We analyzed the influence factors for initiating ART by Multiple Unconditioned Logistic Regression. Among 501 HIV-positive MSM, the ratio of CD4 counting and HIV viral load testing were 90.8% (455) and 19.4% (97), respectively. The percentage of the latest CD4 counting not more than 350 per µl was 33.0% (150/455). The coverage of initiated ART among the participants who met the qualification was 56.0% (84/150). The multivariable Logistic regression analysis showed that the possibility of not on ART among participants who were migrants increased to 5.21(2.33-11.66) times of the local residents and the possibility among participants who were diagnosed STD in the last year increased to 2.70(1.12-6.55) times of those who were not infected STD, the possibility of not on ART among participants who had sex with male occasional or commercial partner in the last 6 months increased to 2.16(1.03-4.50) times of those who hadn't, and the possibility among participants who had anal sex with condom use in the past 6 months increased to 2.68(1.10-6.50) times of those who couldn't insist using condom. There were low coverage of series of HIV/AIDS related intervention services among HIV-positive MSM in Chengdu, Chongqi and Guangzhou. Migrants, had sex with male occasional or commercial partner, had anal sex with condom use in the past 6 months, not infected STD in the last year may be the independent risk factors for HIV-positive MSM to not initiating ART.

Investigation and analysis of present situation of cancer pain management attitudes in nurses of one cancer hospital

Objective The investigation was done in one level three class A cancer hospital in Henan province to understand the nurses′ master level of cancer pain and whether nurse have the right concept of cancer pain management. Methods Through cluster sampling, self-designed nurses pain knowledge questionnaire was used to investigate 580 nurses for the master level of cancer hospital in a level three class A cancer hospital in Henan province. Results Among 580 nurses, the cancer related knowledge investigation score were 318 nurses acquired excellent (54.8%), 27 nurses acquired pass (35.7%) and 55 nurses obtained fall (9.5%). There were 373 nurses (64.34%) understood the cancer three stages pain management plan. The nurse′s ages, occupational titles and work experiences of cancer nursing had positive correlation with the score of cancer related knowledge (r=0.211, 0.268, 0.207; P<0.01). Conclusions At present, the cancer hospital nurse′s master of knowledge related cancer pain is not enough, so we should enhance nurse′s pain related knowledge level, establish the correct concept of pain management, promote cancer patient′s quality of life by the continuous study and updated concept, knowledge and practice, so as to meet the demands of clinical. Key words: Cancer hospital; Nurse; Cancer pain; Knowledge; Current status investigation

Application of Health Education in Nursing Care of Diabetes

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Objective:&lt;/strong&gt; To study and analyze the effect of health education in diabetes care. To evaluate the application of health education in diabetes care to provide a reliable reference for future clinical nursing work. &lt;strong&gt;Methods:&lt;/strong&gt; From April 2010 to March 2014, 124 cases of diabetic patients treated in our hospital were divided into two groups. The control group of 62 patients was without diabetes health education and another group of 62 patients was provided with diabetes health education. Both the groups of patients were compared and analyzed with blood glucose control, diabetes related skills and knowledge. &lt;strong&gt;Results: &lt;/strong&gt;Upon the implementation of diabetes health education, it was found that the diabetes patients’ of blood glucose control, diabetes related skills and knowledge levels were improved significantly. Two groups of patients undergo treatment for one week, where 62 patients in treatment group and 58 patients in the control group. The fasting blood glucose level of the two groups returned to normal, with 59.7%, difference between the groups. The comparison of two groups of patients through treatment effect had statistical significance (&lt;em&gt;p &lt;/em&gt;&amp;lt; 0.05). &lt;strong&gt;Conclusion:&lt;/strong&gt; The effective health education in diabetes care can effectively control the patient's symptoms, improve the patients’ quality of life and it is worth to be extensively applied in clinical medicine.&lt;/p&gt;

Application of mind-map applied on health education of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Objective To evaluate the application effect of mind map in health education among patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD). Methods Seventy patients with COPD were equally divided into control group and intervention group according to their admission orders. Patients in the control group received health education in the form of traditional oral communication, whereas patients in the intervention group received mind-map-based health education. COPD related knowledge assessment questionnaire and COPD assessmenttest (CAT) questionnaire (Chinese version) were assessed at base line and after health education while quality of life, FEV1% predication and FEV1/FVC were assessed at base line and 6 months after health education. Results COPD related knowledge assessment questionnaire score was (96.7±4.9), CAT questionnaire score(16.39±3.52), FEV1%predicted(69.18±13.05), FEV1/FVC(74.83±3.29)of the intervention group all improved better than [(82.8±8.4), (19.72± 5.32), (53.81±17.63), (63.71±7.63)] in the control group, and the differences were statistically significant (t=8.05, -2.96, 4.00, 7.59; P<0.05). Conclusions Application of mind-map in health education among COPD patients can improve patients′ COPD related knowledge level and rehabilitation skills, as well as quality of life and pulmonary function level. Key words: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; Health education; Quality of life; Pulmonary function; Mind-map

Diabetes related health knowledge, attitude and practice among diabetic patients in Nepal.

BackgroundGlobally, diabetes is the top priority chronic disease. Health literary would be cost effective for prevention and control of diabetes and its consequences. This study was conducted to determine the level of diabetes related health knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) among diabetic patient and factors associated with KAP.MethodsAn institutional based cross-sectional study was conducted using a non-probability sampling technique to select the diabetic patients. A total of 244 diabetic patients were interviewed from July to November 2014. Data was collected by face to face interview using structured interviewer rater questionnaires. Relative risk ratio (RRR) and 95 % confidence interval (CI) of associated factors were estimated by a stepwise likelihood ratio method with multinomial logistic regression.ResultsMore than half (52.5 %) of all patients were female, 18 % were illiterate, and 24.6 % were from rural residence. The diabetes related risk factors were common among diabetic patients; 9.8 % smoker, 16 % alcohol drinking, and 17.6 % reported low or no physical activity. Median score for knowledge, attitude, and practice were 81, 40 and 14 respectively. Among all patients, 12.3 %, 12.7 % and 16 % had highly satisfactory knowledge, attitude and practice respectively. Using highly insufficient knowledge as the baseline, the likelihood of having a level of highly sufficient knowledge was 17 times higher among patients who have graduated and above level of education compared to those who were illiterate. Albeit this value was comparatively lower than insufficient level of knowledge. The probability of having a sufficient level of practice among diabetic patient with a history of smoking was 0.10 times lower than in patient with no history of smoking.ConclusionsOur study reveals a variation between diabetes related health knowledge, attitude and practice in Nepal among those who are affected by diabetes. Our results show the potential diabetes health literacy needs to be improved or developed for better health promotion.

Acceptability and correlates of primary and secondary prevention of cervical cancer among medical students in southwest China: implications for cancer education.

ObjectivesTo understand knowledge about, and acceptability of, cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccines among medical students; and to explore potential factors that influence their acceptability in China.MethodsWe conducted a survey among medical students at six universities across southwest China using a 58-item questionnaire regarding knowledge and perceptions of HPV, cervical cancer, and HPV vaccines.ResultsWe surveyed 1878 medical students with a mean age of 20.8 years (standard deviation: 1.3 years). Of these, 48.8% and 80.1% believed cervical cancer can be prevented by HPV vaccines and screening respectively, while 60.2% and 71.2% would like to receive or recommend HPV vaccines and screening. 35.4% thought HPV vaccines ought to be given to adolescents aged 13–18 years. 32% stated that women should start to undergo screening from the age of 25. 49.2% felt that women should receive screening every year. Concern about side effects (38.3% and 39.8%), and inadequate information (42.4% and 35.0%) were the most cited barriers to receiving or recommending HPV vaccination and cervical cancer screening. Females were more likely to accept HPV vaccines (OR, 1.86; 95% CI: 1.47–2.35) or cervical cancer screening (OR, 3.69; 95% CI: 2.88–4.74). Students with a higher level of related knowledge were much more willing to receive or recommend vaccines (P<0.001) or screening (P<0.001). Students who showed negative or uncertain attitudes towards premarital sex were less likely to accept either HPV vaccines (OR, 0.67; 95% CI: 0.47–0.96), or screening (OR, 0.68; 0.47–0.10). Non-clinical students showed lower acceptability of cervical screening compared to students in clinical medicine (OR, 0.74; 95% CI: 0.56–0.96).ConclusionsThe acceptability of HPV vaccines and cervical cancer screening is relatively low among medical students in southwest China. Measures should be taken to improve knowledge about cervical cancer and awareness of HPV vaccines and screening among medical students at university.

Evaluation of knowledge level of adolescents and adults with congenital heart disease: Effectiveness of a structured CHD education program in adolescents

Adolescents with congenital heart disease (CHD) constitute a growing population of individuals for whom a well-planned and well-executed “transition process” is essential. Transition program should include education about medical conditions and promote skills in decision-making and self-care. To improve their level of health related knowledge, a structured education program was implemented in a transition CHD program. This study aimed 1/to evaluate level of knowledge of adolescents who received structured CHD education as compared to adults who did not, 2/to evaluate whether patients who received structured education improve their knowledge. 42 adolescents (16 ± 2 years old, 21 girls) were included in a structured CHD education program and were compared to 22 adults (33 ± 7, 6 women) with CHD who have never followed education program. Knowledge in adolescents was assessed before and after the educational program using questionnaire exploring specific issues related to CHD. A same questionnaire was used in non-educated adult patients. The mean total knowledge score in the educated adolescent group was significantly higher as compared to the non-educated adult with CHD (score = 15.6/20 ± 3.6 vs. 12.5 ± 4.5, P < 0.01). Provision of structured CHD education and female sex were determinant of higher levels of knowledge. A significant improvement of knowledge was observed in adolescents group after CHD education program (range of increase was 23 to 44%). This result was not influenced by age, sex, education level, socio-economic status of parents and disease complexity, and persists at 10 months mean follow-up. A structured education program was associated with a higher level of knowledge, above all in male CHD patients. Education at transition period has a significant impact on the adolescent knowledge. Structured education program should improve adult CHD understanding of their heart condition, and could prevent potential complications.

Knowledge of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Infection, Cervical Cancer, and HPV Vaccine and its Correlates among Medical Students in Southwest China: a Multi-center Cross-sectional Survey

Since cervical cancer can be prevented and controlled through human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination, it is important to train health care providers and provide them with appropriate knowledge. This study aimed to understand the level of HPV related knowledge among medical students and correlates in Southwest China in order to address any potential gap in their knowledge base. We conducted a cross-sectional survey among medical students in six selected universities across Southwest China based on a pretested questionnaire regarding HPV infection, cervical cancer, and HPV vaccines. We successfully surveyed 1, 878 medical students, of whom 32.1% were males and 67.9% were females. Their mean age was 20.8 (standard deviation: 1.3) years. 91.8% of them were ethnic Han Chinese, and 43.8% were students in clinical medicine. While 76.5% had heard of HPV only 48.8% knew that the prevention of cervical cancer was possible through HPV vaccination. Only 42.9% of the male and 49.2% of the female students correctly answered over 10 out of 22 questions on HPV related knowledge. Female students appeared to know more about HPV and HPV vaccination (OR: 1.39; 95% CI: 1.11-1.75). In addition, the student knowledge improved with the grade (p<0.001). University courses were the most selected source of knowledge about HPV vaccination (66.4%). 83.6% of males and 91.4% of females were willing to have more HPV related education by experts (p<0.001). Only 10.1% of the students acknowledged that people had asked for their advice regarding HPV vaccination. Our survey indicates that medical students from Southwest China have poor knowledge of HPV and HPV vaccination, but are willing to receive more relevant information. Targeted education should be incorporated into school courses to inform these future health care providers and ensure success of programs for cervical cancer control and prevention.

Not All News Sources Are Equally Informative

Across a sample of twenty-seven European nations, we examine variation in the level of factual political knowledge in relation to self-reported exposure to news programs aired by public or commercial channels, and to broadsheet or tabloid newspapers. Unlike previous studies, we estimate the effects of exposure to these news outlets while controlling for self-selection into the audience. Our results show that the positive effects of exposure to broadsheets and public broadcasting on knowledge remain robust. Finally, we show that only exposure to broadsheets (and not to public broadcasting) narrows the knowledge gap within nations; relatively apathetic individuals who read broadsheet newspapers are able to “catch up” with their more attentive counterparts.

Do practice nurses have the knowledge to provide diabetes self-management education?

Purpose: Practice nurses are ideally positioned to provide key aspects of self-management education to a large majority of people with diabetes within a primary care setting. However, practice nurses have seldom had comprehensive training in this field and consequently their role may have limitations. A study was designed to determine the diabetes related knowledge levels of practice nurses in a regional/rural setting in Australia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was undertaken using a questionnaire to identify the knowledge of practice nurses. A convenience sample of PNs (N = 52) was drawn from a Division of General Practice in a regional/rural area of NSW. Data was collected using a 14 item knowledge survey from the National Association of Diabetes Centres. Results: Twenty-nine PNs (55%) responded to the survey; primarily the participants were registered nurses (89.6%), only one had completed a postgraduate qualification in diabetes, although 76% had recently completed one or more short courses in diabetes management. Pathophysiology related knowledge was strong (M = 88%) as was knowledge concerning blood glucose monitoring (87%). Less strong was dietary knowledge (79.5%), although one particular question relating to sources of carbohydrate contributed to the lower score. The weakest knowledge area was medication management, with PNs scoring a mean score of only 54%. Conclusion: These findings suggest that PNs have deficits in the knowledge required for DSME and therefore, this must be addressed through targetting continuing professional development.

Selected determinants of quality of life in women with urinary incontinence.

Urinary incontinence (UI) is one of the most common diseases in women. It involves uncontrolled leaking of urine through the urethra. UI incidence depends on age and in certain age groups it can affect up to 60% of the female population. The symptoms can be persistent and due to their embarrassing nature they can lead to significant deterioration of quality of life and psychological functioning. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between the quality of life and selected aspects of functioning. Seventy female outpatients of a public clinic in Nałęczów, Poland, were examined, and the following methods were used: the Urinary Incontinence Life Quality Scale (Szymona-Pałkowska, Kraczkowski), Disease-Related Appraisal Scale (Janowski, Steuden), Coping Inventory for Stressful Situations (Endler, Parker), Disease-Related Social Support Scale (Brachowicz, Janowski, Sadowska), and the Knowledge Appraisal Scale for Urinary Incontinence (Szymona-Pałkowska, Kraczkowski). The obtained results suggest that the strongest predictors for the quality of life with UI would be: perception of the disease as an injustice and a challenge (a reverse relationship) and an avoidance-oriented style of coping with stress through companionship seeking (a positive relationship). The duration of the disease and the level of related knowledge proved to be crucial in the analysis of one dimension, i.e. distance to the symptoms.

Do practice nurses have the knowledge to provide diabetes self-management education?

Abstract Purpose: Practice nurses are ideally positioned to provide key aspects of self-management education to a large majority of people with diabetes within a primary care setting. However, practice nurses have seldom had comprehensive training in this field and consequently their role may have limitations. A study was designed to determine the diabetes related knowledge levels of practice nurses in a regional/rural setting in Australia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was undertaken using a questionnaire to identify the knowledge of practice nurses. A convenience sample of PNs (N = 52) was drawn from a Division of General Practice in a regional/rural area of NSW. Data was collected using a 14 item knowledge survey from the National Association of Diabetes Centres (NADC). Results: Twenty nine PNs (55%) responded to the survey; primarily the participants were registered nurses (89.6%), only one had completed a postgraduate qualification in diabetes, although 76% had recently completed one or more short courses in diabetes management. Pathophysiology related knowledge was strong (M= 88%) as was knowledge concerning blood glucose monitoring (87%). Less strong was dietary knowledge (79.5%), although one particular question relating to sources of carbohydrate contributed to the lower score. The weakest knowledge area was medication management, with PNs scoring a mean score of only 54%. Conclusion: These findings suggest that PNs have deficits in the knowledge required for DSME and therefore, this must be addressed through targeting continuing professional development.

Emergency Healthcare Teams’ Approach to Crime Scene and Evidences in Forensic Cases: A Descriptive Study in Turkey

The healthcare teams that are the first to reach the crime scene perform emergency intervention on the victim or perpetrator on the crime scene. And they have important impacts on the evidence, whether knowingly or unknowingly. This study aims to measure the level of knowledge possessed by emergency healthcare teams in some Istanbul ambulances with respect to crime-scene investigation, protection of evidence, and approaches to the crime scene. As a result of the study it was found that the members of staff employed to cover the pre-hospitalization stage did not have the desired level of knowledge in relation to crime-scene awareness, crime-scene investigation, and the collection and preservation of evidence.

P6.030 Physical Exercises For People Living with HIV and AIDS (PLHIV): Brazilian Policy For Positive Prevention in the Public Health System

BackgroundPhysical exercise strategies were included in Brazilian AIDS Program actions on positive prevention for PLHIV in 2010, to prevent side effects and improve adherence. A multiprofessional working group elaborated recommendations,...

Dor: conhecimentos e atitudes dos estudantes em um ano de seguimento

As atitudes, os preconceitos e/ou mitos aliados à insuficiência de conhecimentos e competências dos profissionais de saúde podem condicionar o tratamento da dor. Com este estudo procurou-se identificar e analisar a evolução dos conhecimentos e atitudes dos estudantes de enfermagem em relação à dor. Estudo longitudinal, descritivo/correlacional, com a utilização de um questionário com base no "Guia Orientador de Boas Práticas na Dor". No ano letivo de 2011/12, os estudantes apresentaram uma evolução de 11% no seu nível de conhecimentos e atitudes em relação à dor, sendo que a mesma atinge os 40% no final dos quatro anos do curso de licenciatura em enfermagem. Os que manifestam melhores índices têm cerca de 0, 8 vezes mais probabilidade de reflectir e analisar as suas crenças e conhecimentos sobre a dor. A formação inicial em enfermagem é preponderante para o nível de conhecimentos e atitudes dos estudantes em relação à dor, em particular nos primeiros anos do curso.