Educational Guideline Impact on Nurses' Care for Emergency Patients with Accidental Chest Trauma
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Keywords
Trauma, educational guideline, emergency nursing, chest trauma, thoracic injury
Abstract
Trauma remains a leading cause of mortality worldwide. Chest injuries, ranging from minor rib fractures to severe heart or tracheobronchial injuries, affect a significant portion of patients.
Objective: This study aimed to assess the impact of an educational guideline on nurses' practice in caring for emergency patients with accidental chest trauma.
Design: A quasi-experimental design with pre and post-tests was employed. Setting: The study took place in the emergency room (ER) of Emergency Hospital.
Participants: A convenience sample of 60 ER nurses, of diverse demographics and willing to participate, cared for patients with accidental chest trauma.
Instruments: Data collection utilized two tools: Nurses' Self-Administered Questionnaire assessing demographics, knowledge, and attitudes, and Nurses' Observational Checklist evaluating practice levels.
Results: The study revealed a significant improvement in nurses' knowledge, practice, and attitudes following the educational guideline implementation. While no significant association was found between nurses' attitudes (pre & post) and their education level (P > 0.05), a significant relationship was observed post-guideline implementation between nurses' education level and their practice and knowledge (P < 0.001 & 0.004, respectively).
Conclusion: The educational guideline positively influenced nurses' practice in caring for patients with accidental chest trauma during emergencies, supporting the research hypothesis.
Recommendation: Regular educational programs should be scheduled every six months for ER nurses to enhance their practice and ensure high-quality care for patients with chest trauma
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