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Hossein Rafiei1, Sara Rahimi1, Mahya Shafaei1

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International Emergency Nursing
|July 28, 2019
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Emergency nurses demonstrated inadequate knowledge of ventilator-associated pneumonia prevention. Training and guideline familiarity significantly improved nurse knowledge, highlighting the need for enhanced education on mechanical ventilation care.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Infectious Disease Prevention
  • Critical Care Medicine

Background:

  • Mechanical ventilation is increasingly used in emergency departments.
  • Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is a significant concern requiring effective prevention strategies.
  • Nurses play a crucial role in implementing VAP prevention protocols.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the knowledge of emergency nurses regarding the prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia.
  • To identify factors influencing nurses' knowledge of VAP prevention.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive study was conducted in Iran from July to October 2018.
  • Fifty-three emergency nurses with at least a bachelor's degree participated.
  • A 9-item questionnaire assessed knowledge of VAP prevention, with data analyzed using SPSS-16.
Keywords:
Emergency departmentHospital-acquired infectionMechanical ventilationNurses’ knowledgeRespiratory careVentilator-associated pneumonia

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Main Results:

  • The mean knowledge score was 4.4 ± 1.6 out of 9.
  • Nurses had the highest correct answer rate for patient positioning (72.9%) and the lowest for humidifier changes (1.9%).
  • Nurses who attended VAP prevention workshops or were familiar with international guidelines showed significantly higher knowledge scores.

Conclusions:

  • Emergency nurses possess inadequate knowledge regarding VAP prevention.
  • Participation in specialized workshops and familiarity with VAP prevention guidelines positively impact nurses' knowledge.
  • Implementing targeted training programs is essential to enhance emergency nurses' competence in VAP prevention.