Socio-professional Factors Research Articles

The Influence of School Pathologies on the Feeling of Pedagogical Incompetence in Teaching Inclusive Physical Education

Background. Inclusion requires a variety of pedagogical skills for the successful learning and well-being of all children. Teachers face daily challenges in meeting the needs of students while ensuring quality learning and facilitating personal development, regardless of their situation. Objectives. The study aimed to clarify the activities of students who don’t participate in physical education and how it affects teachers’ sense of pedagogical competence (TSPC) in this area, by examining the effect of other potential factors and investigating the interactions with their perceptions of their students’ participation in pedagogical activities. Materials and methods. The research approach used to perform this study was based on a survey of 918 pathological students (5.85 ‰) and 298 physical education teachers (including 74 females, all over 21 years old) in public schools. The questionnaire consisted of three parts: socio-demographic and student engagement questions, TSPC towards teachers’ inclusive practice, and their perceptions related to students’ participation in PES educational activities. The items in the last two parts were represented in Likert 5-scale format. Results. The results showed that boys (62.66 %) with pathologies were more physically involved, and this trend was particularly marked in rural areas (69.40 %). Only a minority of students chose alternative activities during class (14.91 % chose another subject, 8.40 % went to the library). Socio-professional factors influence perceptions and TSPC regarding the participation of students with pathologies in physical activities and other learning tasks, varying according to each type of pathology. TSPC has a highly significant effect on perceptions of students’ inclusion in motor, organizational and observational tasks (p = 0.000). Finally, when teachers feel pedagogically incompetent, this is reflected in negative attitudes and perceptions toward inclusion. Conclusions. According to the findings of this study, it has been revealed that boys with disabilities in rural areas are more physically active than girls. Furthermore, the study indicates that teachers’ perceptions and sense of pedagogical competence have a strong influence on the inclusion of students with disabilities.

ADDICTION TO THE WORK AND OCCUPATIONAL BURNOUT OF PROFESSIONAL SOLDIERS

The problem of work addiction and professional burnout are extremely important areas in the specific profession of a soldier, and even more so an officer holding a managerial function in the hierarchical structure of the armed forces. Therefore, raising qualifications is an inseparable element of military service, especially due to the growing need to develop one's own professional competences. It is therefore worth taking a closer look at the phenomena that also occur in the military service. In order to examine the problem of workaholism and occupational burnout among professional soldiers, an in depth analysis of individual dimensions of these phenomena was carried out, especially in terms of possible relation-ships, as well as in relation to socio-professional factors. Empirical research among officers made it possible to diagnose the situation in this regard and formulate appropriate conclusions. The results of the analyzes were presented on the basis of a diagnostic survey carried out in 2021 on a research sample consisting of officers studying at one of the Polish military universities. Standardized measurement tools and selected elements of descriptive and correlation statistics were used in the research.

THE PROBLEMS OF YOUTH IN PROFESSIONAL SELF-FULFILLMENT AS A SYSTEMIC PROBLEM: ANALYSIS OF SOCIAL FACTORS

The material of the article is devoted to the possibilities of professional self-realization of young people in the problem of employment, and the analysis of its social factors. It was shown that the generation of the problems of ensuring employment of young people is determined not only by the low level of their competitiveness in the labor market, the lack of necessary practical experience, work experience in the profession, but also by the access of young people to relevant public resources (economic, legal, social), the level of their economic, social and cultural capital. This is also the inadequate assessment of the objective conditions and opportunities of employment in accordance with their own profession and preferences. The article considers a number of social factors of generating the problem of professional certainty and its implementation, in particular: family factors, subjective (overestimated self-esteem, professional inflexibility), educational, stratification, and other situational factors. The educational factor of the problem is considered separately, where there is a mismatch of the content of professional education with modern market challenges, its inconsistency with the requirements and needs of the present. The problematic factor of the employer's pragmatism and its non-constructive role in the possibility of professional realization of a young employee is separately assessed (extreme pragmatism, inflexibility in personnel matters, additional unprofessional burden on a young employee). A number of socio-professional factors of youth competitiveness in the employment market have been determined, which are generative both by external social conditions and micro social components. Involving non-formal education with its revealed potential was positioned as one of the means of partially solving this problem. It is shown that non-formal education is indeed an important factor for self-realization and integration of students in education. And in view of modern realities - the challenges of war, the demand for non-formal education as an additional resource for formal education is growing even more.

FACTORS ASSOCIATED TO BURN-OUT AMONG IBN SINA HOSPITAL PUBLIC HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

Burn-out or exhaustion syndrome is caused by a prolonged exposure to a chronic professional stress. Public Health Professionals are the most exposed to this kind of risk. The ulti- mate goal here is to determine the prevalence of the burn-out and search for factors associated with this pathology among those who work in the field of health.Our sample, which is from the Ibn Sina Hospital in Rabat, consists of 150 nurses, 80 doctors, and 40 administrators. A self-questionnaire was employed, the Maslach Burnout In- ventory (MBI) as well as a clinical interview.The results of this study show a high degree of burnout. Moreover, 56.66% of participants show a high level of emotio - nal exhaustion, 45.18% suffer from a high level of depression. Meanwhile, the loss of a sense of personal accom plish ment is high among 48.51% of those surveyed. The emotional exhaustion observed among people who have worked for a long time ago is associated with the means of transportation used and to the unsuitable hours of work. Depersonalization exists among elderly people and the oldest at work.This study confirms the existence of a high level of burnout among health professionals. Many socio-demographic and socio-professional factors contribute to the increase in the level that people are affected. These factors encourage the promotion of better working life conditions.

Correlation between impostor syndrome among doctoral students and supervisor empathy in Tunisia.

The prevalence of impostor syndrome among PhD students has increased rapidly in recent years, having very negative effects on their mental and psychological health as well as on their doctoral journey. This exploratory study aims to examine whether there is a causal correlation between impostor syndrome among PhD students and empathy among supervisors. This study encompasses 562 doctoral students (300 females, 262 males) and 152 Tunisian supervisors (68 females, 84 males). Employing ANOVA, significant influences on impostor syndrome emerge for gender, marital status, professional status, and the doctoral enrollment level (p < 0.001). Concurrently, supervisors' empathy is significantly affected by gender, marital status, and experience (p < 0.001). Linear regression establishes a noteworthy negative correlation (p = 0.045): a 1-unit increase in empathy correlates with a 0.122-unit decrease in impostor syndrome. These findings underscore the intricate relationship between socio-professional factors, empathy, and impostor syndrome within the academic milieu, offering crucial insights for interventions and psychological support. The study aligns with the broader context of understanding mental health challenges in academia, emphasizing the imperative for ongoing support initiatives.

Occupational stress among workers at an oil company in Pointe-Noire, Congo-Brazzaville

Introduction: Work-related stress is an ongoing psychosocial risk in the workplace. The oil industry, because of its complexity, is a high-risk sector. The objective of this work was to assess the level of work stress among workers of an oil company in Congo-Brazzaville. Methods: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study conducted between July and September 2021 among a population of workers at an oil company in Pointe-Noire. Data were collected using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS 10). Results: The study involved 203 workers. Male staff was predominant (81.3%) with an average age of 39.5 years. The calculation of PSS 10 scores revealed that 39.4% of workers experienced moderate and high stress (score greater than 14). The prevalence of stress was higher among those under 30, female workers, expatriates and those working in administrative sites (57.1%, 52.6%, 52.6% and 46% respectively). There was a significant correlation between the presence of moderate or high stress and the workplace (r=-0.17; p=0.015). Conclusion: This study showed that the employees of this oil company suffered from a state of stress whose origin may be linked to certain socio-professional factors. Prevention will result from a thorough analysis of these factors and the identification of other psychosocial factors.

Examining the Association between Evidence-Based Practice and Burnout among Spanish Physical Therapists: A Cross-Sectional Study.

The aim of this study was to quantify the level of burnout and competence for evidence-based practice among Spanish physical therapists and to determine if there is a relationship between these and other socio-professional factors. A cross-sectional study with 472 Spanish Physiotherapists. An electronic survey was conducted that included the Maslach Burnout Inventory, Evidence-Based Practice Questionnaire and sociodemographic data. The three subscales of the Burnout correlated with attitude and total Evidence-Based Practice Questionnaire. Attitude and practice for evidence-based practice, educational level and experience were the variables that showed the greatest influence on burnout. Burnout and the degree of evidence-based practice were identified as being discretely related. Specifically, it seems that the evidence-based practice could improve the lack of personal accomplishment, meaning that through interventions perceived as more effective and advantageous, a sense of mastery and self-efficacy is experienced.

How to Tackle the Diagnosis and Treatment in the Diverse Scenarios of Extrapulmonary Sarcoidosis.

Extrapulmonary sarcoidosis occurs in 30–50% of cases of sarcoidosis, most often in association with pulmonary involvement, and virtually any organ can be involved. Its incidence depends according to the organs considered, clinical phenotype, and history of sarcoidosis, but also on epidemiological factors like age, sex, geographic ancestry, and socio-professional factors. The presentation, symptomatology, organ dysfunction, severity, and lethal risk vary from and to patient even at the level of the same organ. The presentation may be specific or not, and its occurrence is at variable times in the history of sarcoidosis from initial to delayed. There are schematically two types of presentation, one when pulmonary sarcoidosis is first discovered, the problem is then to detect extrapulmonary localizations and to assess their link with sarcoidosis, while the other presentation is when extrapulmonary manifestations are indicative of the disease with the need to promptly make the diagnosis of sarcoidosis. To improve diagnosis accuracy, extrapulmonary manifestations need to be known and a medical strategy is warranted to avoid both under- and over-diagnosis. An accurate estimation of impairment and risk linked to extrapulmonary sarcoidosis is essential to offer the best treatment. Most frequent extrapulmonary localizations are skin lesions, arthritis, uveitis, peripheral lymphadenopathy, and hepatic involvement. Potentially severe involvement may stem from the heart, nervous system, kidney, eye and larynx. There is a lack of randomized trials to support recommendations which are often derived from what is known for lung sarcoidosis and from the natural history of the disease at the level of the respective organ. The treatment needs to be holistic and personalized, taking into account not only extrapulmonary localizations but also lung involvement, parasarcoidosis syndrome if any, symptoms, quality of life, medical history, drugs contra-indications, and potential adverse events and patient preferences. The treatment is based on the use of anti-sarcoidosis drugs, on treatments related to organ dysfunction and supportive treatments. Multidisciplinary discussions and referral to sarcoidosis centers of excellence may be helpful for difficult diagnosis and treatment decisions.

Theoretical and empirical analysis of emotional burnout of doctors

The article offers a theoretical analysis and the results of an empirical study of the emotional burnout syndrome of doctors. Among other professions, the medical profession has the highest percentage of emotional burnout.&#x0D; The authors consider the concept of «emotional burnout» as physical, emotional exhaustion or psycho-emotional fatigue.&#x0D; It is determined that the emotional burnout syndrome develops against the background of the influence of socio-professional factors, is characterized by abnormal workload, features of communication and interaction with patients; accompanied by chronic occupational stress, emotional and physical exhaustion.&#x0D; It is established that the level of professional burnout in general among doctors in 5 groups of professional orientation is uneven. The component «emotional exhaustion» has the highest percentages in indicators. Signs of emotional burnout in doctors were feelings of physical fatigue, emotional exhaustion, low mood, psycho-emotional and personal tension, increased control. According to empirical data, the problem of burnout is quite acute, as more than 60% of respondents have high levels of components of emotional burnout.&#x0D; The component of «exhaustion» in doctors showed symptoms of «emotional economy», emotional (dosage of emotions in professional activities and family environment, lack of anxiety in the work process and increased anxiety towards family members) and personal detachment (complete or partial loss of interest in non-professional spheres of life, a sense of burden in communication with the subjects of the non-professional sphere).&#x0D; Doctors characterize emotional burnout as emotional and physical fatigue or exhaustion, depersonalization; reduction of personal motivation, and which is accompanied by excessive professional effort; reduction of personal self-esteem and positive emotional mood, feelings of depression, etc.

Facteurs prédictifs de maintien en emploi et de retour au travail après un cancer

Return-to-work after cancer depends on several factors related to the disease but also other socio-professional factors. The primary aim of this study was to identify socio-demographic, disease related and professional factors influencing the return-to-work process. It was a prospective and descriptive study reporting the return-to-work process in 89cancer patients, in a professional activity age, who had cancer treatment and a follow up in the Oncology department in Tahar Maamouri Teaching Hospital of Nabeul, between September 2015to December 2019. Our study included 89patients. Mean age was 45years±8. The population was predominantly feminine (59%). They were employees in 45% of cases. Private professional sectors included 60% of all patients. An open-ended contract was performed in 87% of cases. Most frequent primary tumors were breast tumors (45%) and colon tumors (20%). Thirty-four patients went back to work after recovery. Seventy-nine percent of them were female patients and 70% had breast cancer. Predictive factors identified in univariate statistical analysis and correlated to return-to-work were gender (P=0.002), occupation (P<10-3), initial duration off sick (P=0.015), fitting out measures at work (P=0.01), primary tumor origin (P=0.01), disease stage (P=0.037), treatment (P=0.014) and disease outcome after treatment (P=0.024). Our study underlined a need to create a pluridisciplinary platform unifying collaborators among oncologists and occupational health professionals in order to enhance professional reintegration process and to hold patient's professional equilibrium after cancer recovery.

Соціально-професійні особливості сільської молоді у контексті патріотичного виховання в аграрних закладах вищої освіти

The article formulated and theoretically substantiated the socioprofessional features of rural youth in the context of patriotic education in agricultural educational institution The article is a stage of research of features of rural youth, their motivation to study in agricultural educational institution, return of youth to rural territories after the received education. The paper highlights the transformation of social and professional identity of rural youth as a result of admission to agricultural educational institution. Socio-professional factors that motivate young people to enter agricultural educational institution are considered, the features of social and professional identity of rural and urban youth are compared.

Determinants of occupational multisite musculoskeletal disorders: a cross sectional study among 254 patients.

The aim was to describe the profile of workers with occupational multi-site musculoskeletal disorders (MSMSD) and study the relationship between these lesions and socio-professional factors. This is a cross-sectional study involving 254 subjects with occupational musculoskeletal disorders (MSD), identified in the Department of Occupational Medicine at the University Hospital of Mahdia, in Tunisia, over a period of 10 years from 2005 to 2014. The study population was subdivided into two groups; mono-site MSD and multi-site (≥2 sites) groups. Data collection was based on a questionnaire prepared beforehand and covered the description of sociodemographic and professional characteristics. To study psychosocial constraints at work, we have used the Karasek questionnaire. MS-MSD was correlated to the number of dependent children (p=0.02), job/place of work (p=0.00), qualification (p=0.02), taking a rest period (p=0.03), decision latitude (p=0.00), mental demands (p=0.002), social support (p=0.00) and job stress (p=0.04). After binary logistic regression, MS-MSD depended significantly on the number of dependent children (p=0.013; OR=0,33; IC=0,17-0,83), working spouse (p=0.05; OR=0.35; IC=0.12-0.99), job/place of work (p=0.00; OR=4.16; IC=1.95-8.88), qualification (p=0.008; OR=0.28; IC=0.11-0.72), taking a break during work (p=0.04; OR=3.10; IC=1.04-9.22) and social support (p=0.00; OR=7,1; IC=1,9-25,3). When individual risk factors are fixed, the prevention of MS-MSD must target modifiable levers, related to the professional environment of the employees.

Tobacco cessation support among dentists: A cross-sectional survey in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.

INTRODUCTIONThis study aims to explore the smoking prevalence among a sample of dentists working in two Gulf countries, and to assess the association between smoking habit and socio-professional factors affecting their attitude towards tobacco cessation activities, including barriers that prevent them from practicing such activities.METHODSThis was a cross-sectional, online questionnaire-based, survey among dentists from Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, during summer 2016. The questionnaire consisted of questions on socio-professional characteristics, tobacco use and attitudes towards the adoption of tobacco cessation programs in dental practices. The questionnaire also enquired about the barriers to adoption of tobacco cessation. Descriptive statistics were used to describe demographic and smoking characteristics while cross tabulation with chi-square test was used to find out statistical significance of association between the groups (P≤0.05).RESULTSA total number of 466 responses were included in statistical analysis with 286 males (61.4%) and 180 females (38.6%), age ranged from 23 to 79 years (mean=32.7± 9.32). Most of the sample (N=437, 93.8%) indicated that the dentist has a vital role in educating patients on the health hazards of smoking. A positive attitude toward adoption of tobacco cessation campaigns was associated with older, more experienced, medically compromised, non-smoker dentists. The most frequently cited barrier to tobacco cessation was lack of time (39.2%).CONCLUSIONSDentists who smoke are less likely to adopt smoking cessation campaigns in their clinics. More experienced dentists and those older than 40 years are more likely to engage in smoking cessation activities.

Knowledge of Blood Transfusion among Nurses at Hospital Pulau Pinang: Nursing Responsibilities and Patient Management Related to Transfusion Reactions

Introduction: Nurses are generally trained on the procedures of blood transfusion during their years of service. However, the level of knowledge varies among individuals and healthcare centres. Thus, this study addresses a knowledge gap regarding nurses’ knowledge and transfusion safety in the local clinical setting. Objectives: This study aimed to determine nurses’ level of knowledge of various phases of blood transfusion and associate this knowledge with their socio-professional details. Methods: This was a cross-sectional, quantitative study. The target population was in-patient ward nurses at Hospital Pulau Pinang. The systematic random sampling method was used to select 185 nurses to participate in this study. Data were collected using a validated research questionnaire that consisted of 31 items (9 items related to socio-professional factors and 22 knowledge items). Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential analyses. Results: The overall knowledge score was moderate (mean = 70.44%, SD = 11.35). None of the nurses was able to answer all of the knowledge questions correctly. Of the participants, 72.29%, 71.75%, and 67.14% exhibited knowledge of blood bag collection and patient preparation; pre-transfusion nursing activities; and during and post-transfusion nursing responsibilities and management of transfusion reactions, respectively. Factors such as age, years of service, department, and availability of the transfusion policy in the ward significantly affected the mean knowledge scores. Conclusion: Nurses’ knowledge of blood transfusion at Hospital Pulau Pinang was moderate. More training and courses should be provided to improve their knowledge.

Staff Attitudes and Compliance Toward the Surgical Safety Checklist in North Queensland

The Surgical Safety Checklist (SSC) has been reported to decrease complications and mortality; however, it is unclear which aspects are most crucial in producing its associated benefits and whether the positive attitudes of the operating room (OR) staff toward the SSC translates into better checklist compliance. This study aims to compare staff attitudes about reported benefits of and potential barriers to the SSC against observed compliance in 3 multispecialty North Queensland hospitals. SSC compliance, attitudes, and socio-professional factors were assessed via a staff survey consisting of a modified OR version of the Surgical Attitudes Questionnaire. A direct observation study of 165 procedures was concurrently performed to assess compliance with and accuracy of SSC completion at The Townsville Hospital. A total of 205 responses were received (response rate, 70%). Of these, 29.6% of responses were from private hospital staff. Survey responses versus observations indicated a 20% margin between satisfactory initiation and verbal completion of the SSC, with Sign Out both unsatisfactorily initiated (26%) and verbally completed (18%) (P &amp;lt; 0.05). “Staff introduction” was poorly completed and reported as not important (P = 0.005). Disinterest from other staff as perceived by nurses was seen as the greatest barrier to SSC completion. Surgeons and anesthesiologists valued the importance and benefits of the checklist less than half as much as nurses (P &amp;lt; 0.05). The SSC in its present form is not fully embraced in North Queensland hospitals. Making amendments to the checklist and its implementation protocols that reflect local cultural and social settings is desirable to improve compliance.

Variability in Vitamin A Intake of Pregnant Women in Ngaoundere-Cameroon with Geographic Origin, Socio-Professional and Demographic Factors

Variability in vitamin A (VA) intake of pregnant women in Ngaoundere town according to geographic origin, socio-professional and demographic factors was studied. A total of 100 pregnant women attending ante natal visits at the Regional Hospital in Ngaoundere were involved in the survey. A questionnaire was used to obtain information on geographic origin, socio-professional status, birth history, demographic and anthropometric factors. Dietary intake was assessed using 24-hour dietary recall. Meals potentially rich in VA consumed by these women were collected, their carotenoids contents quantified and VA activity determined by conversion. Results indicated that daily VA intake of these women varied significantly (p < 0.05) with geographic origin, level of education and age of pregnancy. VA intake of pregnant women of Northern origin (Adamawa, North and Far North Regions) was significantly (p < 0.05) lower (496 μg/day/woman) than that of women of Southern origin (588 μg/day/woman), although both were below the recommended intake of 800 μg/day/woman. The more educated a woman and the older her pregnancy, the higher her VA intake. VA consumption of pregnant women of Northern origin was significantly influenced by their age, whereas for pregnant women of Southern origin, BMI (Body Mass Index) equally had a significant influence on their VA intake. Socio-professional status, marital status and number of children did not significantly influence the daily VA intake of these women. Thus, a pregnant woman originating from the Northern part of the country and having no formal education, consumed less foods rich in carotenoids and therefore was more at risk for vitamin A deficiency.

Antifungal prescribing pattern and attitude towards the treatment of oral candidiasis among dentists in Jordan

The aim of this study was to evaluate the attitude of Jordanian dentists towards the treatment of oral candidiasis and their current antifungal prescribing habits, shedding more light on the possible influence of their socio-professional factors on the pattern of prescribing and practice. A structured validated questionnaire was developed and tested; it was then emailed to a random sample of 600 Jordanian dental practitioners during the period of this cross-sectional survey. The questionnaire recorded practitioners' personal details and their attitude and prescribing of antifungal therapy for oral candidiasis. Statistical significance was based on probability values of <0.05 and was measured using the chi-square and Fisher's exact tests. Multiple logistic regression analysis was used to analyse the influence of respondents' socio-professional factors on their attitude towards oral candidiasis. Of the 423 questionnaires returned, only 330 were included. The attitude of respondents was significantly influenced by their experience [odds ratio (OR) = 0.14; P < 0.001] and workplace (OR = 4.70; P < 0.001). Nystatin was the most commonly prescribed antifungal agent (78.2%), followed by miconazole (62.4%), which was prescribed for topical use. Systemic antifungals were prescribed by 21.2% of respondents, with a significant (P < 0.05) association with the country in which their qualification was obtained. The attitude towards the treatment of oral candidiasis is much better among the least-experienced dentists working in private practice. Nystatin and miconazole are the most popular choices of antifungal agents among Jordanian dentists.

Occupational Stress among Textile Workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Context: In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), scientific studies on occupational health are scarce. The present study aims at estimating the level of occupational stress, as well as associated factors, in a textile company. Methods: We performed a cross-sectional survey among textile workers in DRC. Data (N = 192 subjects) were collected through a self-questionnaire validated for the assessment of stress (Karasek and Siegrist’s scale); supplemented by a medical examination. Frequencies and odds ratios (ORs) were estimated for descriptive analyses. Adjusted ORs were calculated through a logistic regression model to investigate associations between socio-demographic and organisational variables and stress. Results: Our study highlighted a high level of stress among individuals: 28% of them were suffering from stress, according to Karasek, and 22%, when applying Siegrist’s model. A 14%-isostrain was calculated when considering all workers. A statistically significant association was observed between stress and age, seniority and perceived non-adaptation to work, considering both approaches. Furthermore, when job strain was determined according to Karasek, it was related to the worker status, the poor perception of organisation and alcohol consumption, while stress estimated by applying Siegrist’s model showed an association with education level and the occurrence of cardiac symptoms. Conclusion: The present study provides of stress among individuals through both models. Several socio-professional factors are associated with stress, which determines populations at risk. The results revealed that both stress models offer complementary information, thus increasing the probability to model workers’ health more exactly and to make recommendations on prevention and management.

Determinants of patient delay in doctor consultation in head and neck cancers (Protocol DEREDIA)

IntroductionReducing the time between the onset of the first symptoms of cancer and the first consultation with a doctor (patient delay) is essential to improve the vital prognosis and quality...

A lesson to learn from Hemovigilance: The impact of nurses’ transfusion practice on mistransfusion

Introduction and aimIn recent years, there has been a gradual increase in mistransfusion events reported to our Regional Hemovigilance Division. Our objective was to design a transfusion practice nursing survey to study the causes of the increasing mistransfusion rate. Materials and methodsMistransfusion rates between 2007 and 2009 were obtained from the Balearic Island Hemovigilance Division (BIHVD), one of the 17 regional HV divisions in the Spanish Hemovigilance network. The BIHVD designed a transfusion practice nursing survey to study the causes of the increasing mistransfusion rate. Every year, 614 nurses carry out around 47,000 transfusions in our region. Data were collected through voluntary, anonymous, questionnaires which included questions about socio-professional factors, transfusion training and education, together with transfusion practice questions both related and unrelated to guidelines and nurses’ attitudes. Multiple regression analysis was used to investigate which mistransfusion prediction factors were most accurate. ResultsThe survey response rate was 363 out of 614 (59.12%). Marked deficits in nurses’ education and training and low transfusion frequency had a strong negative impact on the incidence of transfusion errors (r=−0.70; p=0.01). This is supported by evidence that the performance of well-trained nurses who transfused either daily or weekly and strictly followed transfusion guidelines was associated with a lower mistransfusion rate (r=−0.93; p<0.01). ConclusionNurses’ training, education and how frequently a nurse transfuses are the key factors for best transfusion practice in our region. This study illustrates the feasibility of using Hemovigilance resources to investigate the causes of mistransfusion.