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Incivility among nursing faculty: A multi-country study.
Mohammed Baqer Al-Jubouri1, Patience Samson-Akpan2, Sadeq Al-Fayyadh3
1College of Nursing, University of Baghdad, Bab Al Muadham, Baghdad 10047, Iraq.
Summary
Incivility among nursing faculty varies significantly across countries, impacting patient safety. Regular assessments and policy development are crucial for reducing uncivil behaviors in nursing education.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Professionalism
- Patient Safety
Background:
- Incivility in nursing programs poses a significant threat to future registered nurses and patient safety.
- Nursing faculty are pivotal in mitigating incivility within educational settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the prevalence and nature of incivility experienced by nursing faculty globally.
- To compare levels of incivility across different countries and continents.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive, cross-sectional study design was employed.
- The Incivility in Nursing Education-Revised tool was utilized for data collection.
- A convenience sample of 395 nursing faculty from 10 countries across four continents participated.
Main Results:
- Significant variations in incivility levels were observed among nursing faculty in different countries.
- Disruptive behaviors and uncivil conduct within the past 12 months showed statistically significant differences across participants (F=9.313, P=0.000 and F=6.392, P=0.000, respectively).
Conclusions:
- Ongoing assessment of uncivil behaviors is essential for nursing education.
- Implementing clear policies and rules can effectively reduce incivility and improve academic outcomes.
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