A Descriptive, Cross-sectional Study to Assess Pressure Ulcer Knowledge and Pressure Ulcer Prevention Attitudes of Nurses in a Tertiary Health Institution in Nigeria

Esan, Deborah Tolulope; Fasoro, Ayodeji Akinwande; Ojo, Elizabeth Funmilayo; Obialor, Brenda

doi:10.25270/owm.2018.6.2428

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“…This improvement in participants' knowledge at post-test might be due to the knowledge impacted on them during the intervention. The study corroborates the findings in previous studies which reported increase in number of nurses with improved knowledge of pressure ulcer prevention strategies at post-test among intervention group than in control group [26,29]. However, finding in the current study is not consistent with a similar study which documented that both intervention and control groups exhibited significant increases in scores for pressure ulcer prevention knowledge after the intervention, but there were no significant differences in the pre-post difference scores for any of the groups [28].…”

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Impact of educational intervention on nurses’ knowledge of pressure ulcer risk assessment and prevention: A pilot study

Iyabode Adetoro Gbadamosi,

Oluwakemi Ajike Kolade,

Patience Ofuoma Amoo

et al. 2023

World J. Adv. Res. Rev.

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Background: Professional nurses are saddled with a unique role in patient's skincare among hospitalized patients. Inadequate nurses’ knowledge of pressure ulcer risk assessment (PURA) and prevention as a major contributory factor to development of pressure ulcer among “at risk” patients has been identified by previous studies. Aim: To evaluate the impact of an educational intervention on nurses’ knowledge of pressure ulcer risk assessment and prevention at a tertiary hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria. Methods: A pilot study with sample size of 26 nurses selected through simple random sampling technique from selected nursing units of the facility. Data collection was done through a structured questionnaire. Hypotheses were tested with inferential statistics using t-test. Results were presented in descriptive statistics and charts. Level of significance was p-value <0.05. Results: Almost all participants’ knowledge mean score of PURA increased from 4.92 ±1.26 at pre-test to 14.00 ± 0.71 at post-test (p<0.001). Also, knowledge mean score of pressure ulcer prevention improved among intervention group (14.00 ± 0.707) post educational intervention as compared to their counterparts in control group (11.85±1.41). Educational intervention was statistically significant with participants’ knowledge of PURA and prevention (p<0.001). Conclusion: The results of this study confirmed that educational intervention was impactful positively on nurses’ knowledge regarding PURA and prevention strategies at UCH, Ibadan, Nigeria. Thus, a structured educational program on the subject matter is needed to promote quality nursing care delivery according to international best practices among Nigerian nurses.

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confidence: 91%

Impact of educational intervention on nurses’ knowledge of pressure ulcer risk assessment and prevention: A pilot study

Iyabode Adetoro Gbadamosi,

Oluwakemi Ajike Kolade,

Patience Ofuoma Amoo

et al. 2023

World J. Adv. Res. Rev.

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“…Similar conclusions have been drawn by Ebi et al [25] and De Mayer et al [26], who linked the level of education with knowledge about pressure ulcers. Ilesanmi et al [27] in their study in Nigeria and Nuru et al [28] in Ethiopia found that the knowledge of healthcare staff with higher education, additional training, and more years of work experience is better. Similarly, Fulbrook et al [14] and Al-Shidi [29] observed that more experienced and highly educated nurses had more knowledge about pressure ulcers than others.…”

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Competence of Healthcare Employees in Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Care

Peršolja,

Drufovka

2024

Nursing Studies - A Path to Success

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A pressure ulcer, from its inception, represents a multifaceted challenge, encompassing health, social, and financial dimensions, thereby deteriorating the patient’s overall quality of life. The mitigation of pressure ulcers commences with a methodical evaluation of the dermal condition of individuals deemed at considerable risk. This proactive approach includes vigilant skin care, the utilization of appropriately designed support surfaces, and the regular repositioning of affected patients. This investigation’s main aim is to assess the proficiency of healthcare personnel in pressure ulcer prevention and treatment within the inpatient context. This empirical study featured the participation of 115 healthcare practitioners employed at Nova Gorica General Hospital. The research instrument employed in this inquiry was an adapted questionnaire derived from the work of Pieper Zulkowski, which incorporated 83 items encompassing preventive strategies, wound characteristics, and wound stage categorization. The amassed data were subjected to statistical analysis using IBM SPSS version 29. The internal consistency reliability, as measured by Cronbach’s alpha, for the comprehensive questionnaire was proven at 0.913. However, it is unmistakably evident that a pressing need for continuous and systematic educational interventions concerning pressure ulcer management remains essential and indispensable for healthcare professionals.

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“…In comparison, mean scores of 43%, 44%, and 42% were reported in Ethiopia, Turkey, and Jordan, respectively. Alternatively, several studies reported that nurses’ knowledge regarding the prevention of PUs was adequate, with 77% in Cyprus ( Charalambous et al, 2019 ), 70% in Australia ( Barakat-Johnson et al, 2018 ), and 64.4% in Nigeria ( Tolulope Esan et al, 2018 ). However, a systematic review and meta-analysis conducted by Dalvand et al (2018) showed a lower level of nurses’ knowledge (55.4%, 95% confidence interval: 42.4–68.4) with regard to PU prevention compared with the recommended level, which is 60%.…”

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A Multicenter Assessment of Nurses’ Knowledge Regarding Pressure Ulcer Prevention in Intensive Care Units Utilizing the PUKAT 2.0

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Introduction Pressure ulcer (PU) care is pivotal in the practice of nurses working in intensive care units (ICUs). Therefore, nurses must possess adequate knowledge about the potential risks leading to the development of PUs, as well as managing complications that worsen patient conditions. Objective To evaluate the level of knowledge of ICU nurses concerning PU prevention in tertiary hospitals in Saudi Arabia. Methods In this cross-sectional study, the researchers recruited 320 ICU nurses from four tertiary hospitals using convenience sampling. Nurses’ knowledge regarding PU prevention was assessed using the revised and updated version of the Pressure Ulcer Knowledge Assessment Tool (PUKAT) 2.0. Data were collected between May and June 2022. The CROSS checklist was observed for reporting. Results The mean scores of nurses’ level of knowledge regarding PU prevention according to the themes of the revised and updated version of the PUKAT 2.0 were as follows—etiology: 62.81 ± 23.77; classification and observation: 50.86 ± 23.28; risk assessment: 31.19 ± 24.26; nutritious diet: 46.04 ± 25.96; prevention: 22.36 ± 12.41; and specific patient groups: 14.84 ± 22.88. Furthermore, the score for nurses’ overall level of knowledge of PU prevention was 39.55 ± 8.84 out of 100, interpreted as low based on the 60% cutoff; the minimum knowledge score was 0. Notably, knowledge of PU etiology, classification, observation, and specific patient groups differed based on the hospital of affiliation. Interestingly, gender was the only demographic characteristic based on which nurses’ knowledge regarding specific patient groups differed. Conclusion This study identified insufficient knowledge among ICU nurses regarding PU prevention, which can lead to complications among patients. Simulation scenarios related to PU prevention and management will be an effective way to help nurses gain appropriate knowledge that can be applied in clinical practice.

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A Descriptive, Cross-sectional Study to Assess Pressure Ulcer Knowledge and Pressure Ulcer Prevention Attitudes of Nurses in a Tertiary Health Institution in Nigeria

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Impact of educational intervention on nurses’ knowledge of pressure ulcer risk assessment and prevention: A pilot study

Impact of educational intervention on nurses’ knowledge of pressure ulcer risk assessment and prevention: A pilot study

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