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Laura Distelhorst¹, Amy Bieda¹, Marguerite DiMarco¹

¹Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH.

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Pediatric nurses have low knowledge of harmful chemical flame retardants in children's products. Educational programs are needed to improve their understanding and help reduce child exposure to these toxins.

Keywords:

Chemical flame retardants Environmental policy Nursing education Pediatric nurses

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Area of Science:

Environmental Health
Pediatric Nursing
Toxicology

Background:

Chemical flame retardants (CFRs) are prevalent in children's products, posing health risks.
Pediatric nurses can educate caregivers on reducing children's exposure to CFRs.
A lack of educational programs for nurses on CFRs is a significant barrier.

Purpose of the Study:

Assess pediatric nurses' knowledge of CFRs.
Identify knowledge gaps in specific CFR topic areas for nurses.
Determine optimal methods for educating nurses about CFRs.

Main Methods:

A cross-sectional online survey was administered.
The study included 417 advanced practice registered nurses and registered nurses.
The survey assessed knowledge regarding chemical flame retardants.

Main Results:

Pediatric nurses demonstrated low knowledge of CFRs (mean score 13.4/51).
Preferred educational methods included articles, webinars, and emails.
The study identified specific areas where nurses lack knowledge.

Conclusions:

A substantial knowledge deficit exists among pediatric nurses regarding CFRs.
Findings will inform the development of targeted educational strategies for nurses.
Improving nurse knowledge is crucial for protecting children from harmful chemical exposures.