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A TRAINING PROGRAM FOR NURSING STAFF ON HEALTH HAZARDS OF CHEMICAL INSECTICIDES EXPOSURE IN A PRACTICAL FIELD
Journal of the Egyptian Society of Parasitology
|October 22, 2015
Summary
This study enhanced nursing staff knowledge on adverse health effects of chemical insecticide exposure in a military hospital. Post-intervention, all nurses achieved satisfactory knowledge levels, indicating program effectiveness.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Environmental Health
- Nursing Education
Background:
- Insecticide exposure poses significant occupational risks in various settings, including military environments.
- Understanding the adverse health effects of chemical insecticides is crucial for healthcare workers.
- Military personnel and staff are frequently exposed to insecticides, necessitating targeted health education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess and improve nursing staff knowledge regarding the adverse health effects of chemical insecticide exposure.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of an educational intervention aimed at enhancing awareness of insecticide risks.
Main Methods:
- A quasi-experimental research design was employed.
- The study included 55 nursing staff participants from a Main Military Hospital.
- Knowledge assessment was conducted through pre- and post-tests.
Main Results:
- A statistically significant improvement in the total knowledge score was observed post-intervention.
- All participating nurses achieved a satisfactory level of knowledge after the educational program.
- The educational program was highly rated by the participants, meeting their expectations.
Conclusions:
- The educational intervention effectively improved nursing staff knowledge on insecticide adverse effects.
- Continuous education is vital for mitigating occupational health risks associated with insecticide exposure in military settings.
- The findings support the implementation of similar programs in comparable occupational environments.
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