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Knowledge of blood transfusion among nurses
Belal Hijji1, Kader Parahoo, Mohammad Moshaddeque Hussein
1Faculty of Nursing, University of Ha'il, Ha'il, Saudi Arabia. bhijji1@gmail.com
Journal of Clinical Nursing
|July 27, 2012
Summary
Nurses in the UAE demonstrate low knowledge scores regarding blood transfusion, indicating potential patient safety risks. Educational interventions are needed to address these critical knowledge gaps in nursing practice.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Patient Safety
- Healthcare Practice
Background:
- Blood transfusion is a critical nursing skill.
- Existing research indicates knowledge deficits in blood transfusion practices.
- No prior studies have assessed this in the Middle East.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate nurses' knowledge of blood transfusion in the United Arab Emirates.
- Identify specific areas of knowledge deficits among nurses.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted.
- 248 nurses from two Abu Dhabi hospitals participated.
- A 49-item questionnaire assessed blood transfusion knowledge.
Main Results:
- Overall nurse knowledge scores were low (27-56/70).
- Significant knowledge deficits were identified in key transfusion areas.
- Knowledge correlated with work setting, training country, and qualifications.
Conclusions:
- Identified knowledge deficits pose risks to patient safety.
- Findings necessitate improvements in nursing education and policy.
- The developed tool can help identify and address knowledge gaps.
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