Evaluating Nursing Students' Venipuncture and Peripheral Intravenous Cannulation Knowledge, Attitude, and...

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Medical Simulation
• Healthcare Training

Background:

• Peripheral intravenous cannulation and venipuncture are common but risky procedures.
• Effective training is crucial for patient safety and procedural success.
• Current educational strategies for these skills require evaluation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the existing training for nursing and midwifery students in peripheral intravenous cannulation and venipuncture.
• To assess student knowledge, attitude, practice, and performance in these core clinical skills.
• To identify areas for improvement in undergraduate healthcare education curricula.

Main Methods:

• A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining a survey and simulated skill observation.
• A knowledge, attitude, and practices survey was administered to final-year students.
• Nursing students were video-recorded and observed performing peripheral intravenous cannulation in a simulated setting.

Main Results:

• The mean knowledge score was 7.2/15.0, indicating potential deficits in theoretical understanding.
• The mean attitude score was 10.20/18.00, with qualitative data highlighting areas for training improvement.
• The mean performance score in a simulated environment was 16.20/28.00, suggesting room for skill enhancement.

Conclusions:

• The study highlights the need for evidence-based curriculum development to improve student competency in essential procedural skills.
• Findings can guide educators and supervisors in academic and clinical settings to enhance training effectiveness.
• Optimizing education for peripheral intravenous cannulation and venipuncture is vital for better patient outcomes.