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Nestor Tomas1, Andrias M Mangundu1
1Department of General Nursing Science, Faculty of Health Science and Veterinary Medicine, University of Namibia, Rundu, Namibia.
Health SA = SA Gesondheid
|September 4, 2024
Summary
Nursing students in Namibia demonstrated negative perceptions and attitudes towards dementia care. Findings underscore the need for improved dementia care education within nursing curricula to enhance future healthcare practices.
Area of Science:
- Geriatric care
- Nursing education
- Public health
Background:
- Dementia presents a significant global health challenge, impacting elderly individuals worldwide.
- Limited research exists on healthcare providers' perspectives, specifically nursing students, in Namibia regarding dementia care.
- This study addresses this gap by examining nursing students' perceptions and attitudes toward caring for dementia patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the perceptions and attitudes of nursing students in Namibia concerning the care of patients with dementia.
- To identify specific areas within dementia care where students hold particular views or challenges.
Main Methods:
- A quantitative correlational study was conducted with 196 third- and fourth-year nursing students at two Namibian university campuses.
- The Geriatric In-Hospital Nursing Care Questionnaire (GerINCQ) was administered online between April and August 2023.
- Data analysis involved descriptive and inferential statistics using SPSSv28.
Main Results:
- The study revealed generally unfavorable attitudes and perceptions towards dementia care among nursing students.
- Perception scores ranged from 2.26 to 2.43, with the lowest scores related to professional responsibility.
- Significant correlations were found between age and interventions, and gender and dementia-sensitive care.
Conclusions:
- Nursing students in Namibia exhibit less favorable attitudes toward dementia care than anticipated.
- There is an urgent requirement to integrate comprehensive dementia care strategies into nursing education curricula.
- The findings offer valuable insights for quality assurance in nursing training for dementia care.
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