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Jordanian nurses knowledge and attitude regarding pain management
Mohammad Al Qadire1, Murad Al Khalaileh1
1School of Nursing, Al Al-Bayt University, Mafraq, Jordan.
Summary
Nurses in Jordan show lower pain management knowledge than global averages. Previous pain education significantly improves nurses
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Pain Management
- Healthcare Education
Background:
- Effective pain management is crucial and relies on knowledgeable nursing staff.
- Assessing nurses' understanding and attitudes towards pain treatment is essential for improving patient care.
- Limited data exists on Jordanian nurses' specific knowledge and attitudes regarding pain management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the current knowledge and attitudes of nurses in Jordan concerning pain treatment.
- To identify factors influencing nurses' pain management knowledge and attitudes.
Main Methods:
- A survey, the Nurses' Knowledge and Attitudes Survey Regarding Pain, was administered to 211 nurses across four Jordanian hospitals.
- Data analysis included descriptive statistics, unpaired t tests, and Spearman correlation.
- Participant demographics, educational background, and prior pain management training were recorded.
Main Results:
- The average correct answer rate was 48.25% (19.3/40), indicating a knowledge gap compared to international benchmarks.
- Nurses who had received previous pain education scored significantly higher (p < .001).
- No significant differences in knowledge scores were found based on gender or educational level.
Conclusions:
- Jordanian nurses demonstrate a suboptimal level of knowledge regarding pain management.
- Continuous professional development and curriculum reform in undergraduate nursing programs are recommended to enhance pain management education.
- Targeted educational interventions focusing on pain management are necessary to improve nursing practice in Jordan.
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