ASSESSMENT FOR KAP ANALYSIS AMONG NURSES WORKING IN THE HOSPITAL ABOUT PATIENT SAFETY CARE

M BANO; H TAHIR; R ZAHRA

doi:10.54112/bcsrj.v2024i1.1458

Authors

M BANO Department of nursing Nishtar Medical University and Hospital Multan, Pakistan
H TAHIR Department of nursing Nishtar Medical University and Hospital Multan, Pakistan
R ZAHRA Department of nursing Nishtar Medical University and Hospital Multan, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54112/bcsrj.v2024i1.1458

Keywords:

Knowledge, Nurses, Nursing, KAP

Abstract

Patient safety is a fundamental aspect of healthcare quality and outcomes. Nurses, being the primary caregivers, play a critical role in ensuring safe practices. However, gaps in their knowledge, attitudes, and practices can compromise patient safety, especially in tertiary care settings. Objective: To assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of nurses regarding patient safety at a tertiary care hospital. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in the Nursing Department of Nishtar Hospital, Multan from July 2023 to July 2024. A total of 100 nurses from all departments with at least one year of working experience and a bachelor’s degree were included in the study. A 42-item questionnaire containing four sections was employed to assess participants. Results: The mean knowledge score was 8.9 ± 1.43 among which 60% had good knowledge and 40% had poor knowledge about patient safety. The mean attitude score was 56.59 ± 10.23 among which 59% had a positive attitude and 41% had a negative attitude. The mean practice score was 5.71 ± 1.65 among which 60% had good practices and 40% had poor practices. Multiple regression analysis showed that knowledge score has no significant predictors. However, age and knowledge of patient safety during education were significantly associated with attitudes. Knowledge of patient safety during education was also significantly associated with practices. Conclusion: The knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding patient safety were satisfactory in nurses working in tertiary care hospitals. However, improvements are required in hospital culture and policies to enhance patient care.

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