Effect of Partial-Task Trainer on Ward Nurses' Evidence-Based Suctioning Knowledge and Skills: A Quasi-Experimental...

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Patient Safety
• Airway Management

Background:

• Endotracheal suctioning is critical for airway patency in patients with artificial airways.
• Improper suctioning can lead to severe patient complications.
• Ward nurses' expertise in suctioning is less understood than that of intensive care nurses.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate ward nurses' knowledge and skills in endotracheal suctioning.
• To assess the impact of structured education on ward nurses' suctioning performance.
• To utilize a partial-task trainer for skill assessment.

Main Methods:

• A quasi-experimental study involving 45 ward nurses from surgical and medical departments.
• Data collection via knowledge and skills questionnaires and evaluation forms.
• A four-hour structured education program with theoretical and practical components, followed by post-training assessments.

Main Results:

• Significant improvements in nurses' knowledge and skills post-training.
• Enhanced understanding of oxygenation, catheter selection, positioning, and saline use.
• Improved practical skills in hemodynamic monitoring, patient communication, catheter withdrawal, hyperoxygenation, and documentation.

Conclusions:

• Structured education is effective in enhancing ward nurses' suctioning knowledge and skills.
• Training improves critical practices such as oxygenation and hemodynamic monitoring.
• Regular training is essential for maintaining competency and ensuring patient safety.