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Mohammed A Alolayani1, Dhafer M Alahmari2, Wejdan M Arif1
1Radiological Sciences DepartmentCollege of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Nursing Open
|July 16, 2026
Summary
Radiology nurses in Saudi Arabia show good MRI safety practices but have knowledge gaps regarding radiation and pregnant staff. Ongoing MRI safety training is crucial for enhancing competency and institutional safety.
Area of Science:
- Radiological Sciences
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Safety
Background:
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) safety is paramount in healthcare settings.
- Nurses in radiology departments play a critical role in ensuring MRI safety.
- Assessing knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) is essential for identifying safety gaps.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate MRI safety-related KAP among nurses in Saudi Arabian radiology departments.
- To identify independent predictors of MRI safety knowledge among these nurses.
Main Methods:
- A national multicenter cross-sectional study involving 153 radiology nurses.
- Utilized a structured self-administered questionnaire to collect data on socio-demographics and MRI safety KAP.
- Employed descriptive statistics and inferential analyses (chi-square, t-tests, ANOVA, multiple linear regression).
Main Results:
- High adherence to operational safety protocols (e.g., metallic object screening, projectile hazards).
- Identified conceptual knowledge gaps concerning ionizing radiation and pregnant staff in MRI areas.
- Knowledge scores significantly correlated with age, hospital sector, patient contact, and formal MRI safety training.
Conclusions:
- Radiology nurses exhibit strong self-reported MRI safety practices and positive attitudes.
- Gaps in conceptual knowledge regarding specific MRI safety aspects persist.
- Structured, periodic MRI safety education is recommended to improve nursing competency and institutional safety performance.
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