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Education and implementing evidence-based nursing practice for diabetic patients.
Shokoh Varaei1, Mahvash Salsali, Mohammad Ali Cheraghi
1Department of Medical Surgical, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research
|August 29, 2013
Summary
Evidence-based nursing (EBN) education significantly improved nurses' knowledge, attitude, and practice in managing diabetes foot ulcers. This intervention enhances clinical decision-making and patient care quality.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Diabetes Care
- Evidence-Based Practice
Background:
- Diabetes foot ulceration is a common complication, affecting 3% of diabetics in Iran.
- Evidence-based nursing (EBN) is crucial for improving clinical decision-making and nursing practice quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of EBN education on nurses' knowledge, attitude, and practice concerning diabetes foot ulcer care.
Main Methods:
- A quasi-experimental study using a before-and-after design with 19 baccalaureate nurses.
- Nurses received EBN education through workshops; data on knowledge, attitude, and practice were collected pre- and post-intervention.
- Patient care performance was assessed using a checklist after 3 months.
Main Results:
- Statistically significant improvements were observed in nurses' knowledge, attitude, and practice post-intervention (P = 0.001).
- Nurses demonstrated enhanced clinical practice in managing diabetes foot ulcers according to guidelines.
Conclusions:
- EBN education effectively enhances nurses' knowledge and attitude.
- This educational approach can serve as a foundation for improving professional nursing practice in diabetes foot ulcer management.
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