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Knowledge about blood donation in patients of a hospital in Amazonas, Peru

Nelson Santisteban1, Jorge Osada2

  • 1Hospital El Buen Samaritano, Seguro Social de Salud, Amazonas, Perú.

Revista Peruana De Medicina Experimental Y Salud Publica
|December 8, 2022
PubMed

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This study found a low level of knowledge about blood donation among outpatients in Bagua Grande. Interventions should consider factors beyond just knowledge to improve blood donation rates.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Sciences
  • Public Health
  • Health Education

Background:

  • Blood donation is crucial for healthcare, yet knowledge gaps persist in many populations.
  • Understanding the current knowledge level is essential for developing effective blood donation strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the knowledge of blood donation among outpatients at a hospital in Bagua Grande.
  • To identify factors influencing this knowledge level.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted from May to July 2019.
  • A structured questionnaire was administered to 244 outpatients recruited via systematic sampling.

Main Results:

  • Participants achieved an average score of 8.90 out of 21 correct answers, indicating low knowledge.
  • Age, educational level, place of origin, and occupation were significantly correlated with knowledge scores (p < 0.001).
  • Low knowledge was not linked to a history of blood donation.

Conclusions:

  • The study highlights a significant deficit in blood donation knowledge among the studied outpatient population.
  • Effective interventions must address multifaceted factors influencing blood donation behavior, not solely knowledge dissemination.

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