Comparison between Milgram’s and Niven’s Obedience Theory on Nurses in Obedience using Personal Protective Equipment

Abstract

Niven's theory. This study aimed to compare nurse obedience to using PPE through the analyses of Milgram's and Niven's theories. This study was an observational study with a cross-sectional study design. The population of this study was 187 nurses in the inpatient installation of Dr. R. Sosodoro Djatikoesoemo Bojonegoro Hospital. A sample of 113 nurses were then selected to be the respondents. The influence test was performed using linear regression. Based on Milgram's theory, external factors were more dominant in controlling obedience to using PPE. The external factors that had a significant effect included location status, proximity to authority figures, and the legitimacy of authority figures. Meanwhile, Niven's theory showed only one internal factor, understanding instruction significantly influenced nurse obedience to using PPE. Therefore, it is recommended to formulate regulations and a more binding system through rewards and punishment to increase nurse obedience to using PPE