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Superstitions among perioperative nurses.

David L Mandell1, Margie L Claypool, David J Kay

  • 1Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, USA.

AORN Journal
|June 25, 2005
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Many perioperative nurses hold specific work-related superstitions, despite most not identifying as generally superstitious. Beliefs were not linked to age or experience, suggesting unique workplace influences on nursing superstitions.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Medical Sociology
  • Occupational Health

Background:

  • Workplace superstitions are common in various professions.
  • Understanding these beliefs in perioperative nursing is important for professional development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of work-related superstitions among perioperative nurses.
  • To explore potential correlations between superstitions and demographic factors.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive study utilizing a mailed questionnaire.
  • Statistical analysis included two-sample t tests and Fisher's exact tests.

Main Results:

  • 23% of perioperative nurses identified as generally superstitious.

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  • Specific work-related superstitions were prevalent.
  • Beliefs showed no statistical relation to age or years of experience.

    • Conclusions:

    • Specific superstitions are widespread among perioperative nurses.
    • Demographic factors do not significantly influence these beliefs.
    • Further research into the origins of nursing superstitions is warranted.