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Perinatal nurses' knowledge and attitudes about AIDS.

N A Prince1, B J Beard, S L Ivey

  • 1Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti.

Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing : JOGNN
|September 1, 1989
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Perinatal nurses show high fear of AIDS despite increased knowledge from training. Many believe patients deserve equal care but are hesitant to volunteer, indicating a need for coping strategies.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) presents unique challenges in perinatal care.
  • Perinatal nurses' understanding and emotional responses to AIDS are critical for patient care.
  • Existing research on nurses' perspectives regarding AIDS in the perinatal setting is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the knowledge, attitudes, and fears of perinatal nurses regarding AIDS.
  • To identify factors influencing nurses' knowledge and fear levels.
  • To explore the discrepancy between nurses' beliefs and willingness to care for patients with AIDS.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was administered to perinatal nurses.
  • Data collected included knowledge levels, attitudes towards AIDS patients, and self-reported fear.

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  • Statistical analysis was used to examine correlations between variables.

    • Main Results:

    • Nurses' knowledge about AIDS positively correlated with participation in conferences and in-service programs.
    • Over 85% of nurses reported moderate to high fear of AIDS.
    • No significant correlation was found between knowledge scores and fear levels.
    • A notable discrepancy existed between nurses' belief in equal care for AIDS patients and their willingness to volunteer for such care.

    Conclusions:

    • Continuing education and training programs can enhance perinatal nurses' knowledge of AIDS.
    • Fear of AIDS among perinatal nurses is prevalent and not solely dependent on knowledge levels.
    • Interventions are needed to address the gap between ethical beliefs and practical willingness to care for patients with AIDS.
    • Further research should focus on developing and evaluating coping mechanisms for perinatal nurses caring for mothers and infants with AIDS.