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Knowledge about childhood autism among nurses in Turkey: A cross-sectional descriptive study
1Faculty of Health Sciences, Çukurova University, Adana, Turkey.
Perspectives in Psychiatric Care
|January 23, 2021
Summary
Nurses have a moderate understanding of childhood autism. Training and personal experience significantly improve their knowledge, highlighting the need for enhanced autism education for nurses.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Nursing
- Developmental Psychology
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
Background:
- Childhood autism, a complex neurodevelopmental disorder, requires early identification for effective intervention.
- Nurses are pivotal in recognizing early signs and supporting families affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
- Assessing nursing knowledge is crucial for developing targeted educational strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the current knowledge level of nurses regarding childhood autism.
- To identify factors influencing nurses' understanding of autism spectrum disorder.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional descriptive study involving 278 nurses.
- Data collection utilized a personal information form and the Knowledge about Childhood Autism among Health Workers questionnaire.
Main Results:
- The average knowledge score among nurses was 12.29 ± 3.19.
- Participation in autism training programs and having personal contact with individuals with autism significantly correlated with higher knowledge scores.
Conclusions:
- Nurses' knowledge about childhood autism is a critical factor in early diagnosis and intervention.
- Educational initiatives and experiential learning are essential to improve nurses' competence in managing autism spectrum disorder.
- Enhancing nursing education on autism is vital for improving care outcomes for children with autism.
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