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Improving Nurses' Knowledge, Practice, and Self-Efficacy Regarding Caring Patients with Tuberculosis: A
Samia Eaid Elgazzar1,2, Mirfat Mohamed Labib Elkashif3, Mohamed Goda Elbqry4,2
1Medical-Surgical Nursing Department, Faculty of Nursing, Port Said University, Egypt.
Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research
|August 14, 2023
Summary
A structured educational program significantly improved nurses' knowledge, practice, and self-efficacy in managing tuberculosis (TB). This training enhances nurses' ability to provide quality care and reduce disease impact.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Public Health
- Infectious Disease Management
Background:
- Effective tuberculosis (TB) control relies on healthcare professionals' expertise in managing high-risk populations.
- Nurses' knowledge, practice, and self-efficacy are crucial for successful TB management.
- Assessing and enhancing these attributes is vital for improving patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a structured educational program.
- To improve nurses' knowledge regarding TB management.
- To enhance nurses' practice and self-efficacy in caring for TB patients.
Main Methods:
- A quasi-experimental study with a pre-test post-test design was employed.
- 36 nurses participated across two hospitals in Egypt.
- Data were collected using self-administered questionnaires assessing knowledge, practice, and self-efficacy.
Main Results:
- Significant improvements were observed in nurses' knowledge (t=14, p < 0.001).
- Practice scores, particularly in medication administration and directly observed therapy, increased significantly.
- Self-efficacy scores rose substantially from 27.58 to 37.86 (p < 0.001), indicating enhanced confidence.
Conclusions:
- The educational program effectively enhanced nurses' knowledge, practice, and self-efficacy in TB care.
- Continuous quality improvement in training programs is recommended.
- Implementing such programs is essential for reducing TB morbidity and mortality and improving care quality.
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