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Knowledge, Attitude and Awareness of Oman Emergency Physicians and Residents Regarding Radiation Emergencies
Suad K Al-Sulaimani1,2,3, Hassan Al-Balushi1,2,4, Aaisha Al-Balushi5
1Emory University, School of Medicine, Department of Emergency Medicine, Division of Medical Toxicology, Atlanta, GA, United States.
Objective:
Radiological emergency preparedness and response are increasingly acknowledged as vital components of both emergency readiness and public health. Previous studies have shown that medical providers feel unprepared to respond to radiation incidents. The existing level of knowledge, attitudes, and awareness held by emergency medicine residents and physicians in Oman, remain unexplored. This study aims to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and awareness level of emergency residents and physicians in Oman regarding the management of radiation emergencies.
Methods:
An electronic survey was distributed to 44 emergency residents and 57 emergency physicians.
Results:
The response rate was 62.7% (N = 69/110). Notably, 62% reported no prior engagement in radiation emergency training. The majority of participants had neither employed nor received training in operating radiation detection devices. A significant gap in knowledge emerged, with the median self-reported knowledge score of 50/100. The majority of participants (59%) expressed a need for educational programs and materials.
Conclusion:
Our findings underscore the imperative for enhanced training in radiological incident preparedness for emergency medicine residents and physicians in Oman. The study reveals a clear necessity to bridge the existing gaps in knowledge and attitudes to bolster the readiness of health-care professionals to respond effectively to radiation emergencies.
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