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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Surgical Patient Care
  • Mental Health Assessment

Background:

  • Preoperative anxiety significantly impacts surgical outcomes and patient experience.
  • Effective assessment of preoperative anxiety is crucial for timely intervention.
  • Current knowledge gaps exist among nursing staff regarding standardized anxiety assessment tools.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the existing knowledge of preoperative nurses in assessing patient anxiety.
  • To determine the effectiveness of a targeted educational intervention in improving these assessment skills.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive study design was employed.
  • Pre- and post-intervention questionnaires assessed nurses' knowledge.
  • An educational presentation covered anxiety effects, manifestations, and assessment tools.

Main Results:

  • A significant deficit in nurses' knowledge of anxiety assessment tools and standardization was identified.
  • The educational intervention led to a demonstrable improvement in nurses' understanding and assessment practices.
  • Post-intervention assessments confirmed enhanced knowledge and skills in managing preoperative anxiety.

Conclusions:

  • The study underscores the need for enhanced preoperative anxiety assessment protocols.
  • Targeted education is effective in bridging knowledge gaps and improving nursing practice.
  • Improved anxiety management can positively influence patient surgical experiences and outcomes.