Md. Abu Rayhan
Senior Staff Nurse, Upazila Health Complex, Akhaura, Brahmanbaria, Chittagong, Bangladesh
Jannatun Nesa
Senior Staff Nurse, 250 Bed District Hospital, Chapainawabganj. Bangladesh
Tanzina Islam
Senior Staff Nurse, IPC Unit, Rajshahi Medical College Hospital, Rajshahi, Bangladesh
Abstract
Introduction: Pressure ulcers are localized cellular damages to the skin and underlying tissues caused by pressure, shear and frictional forces that typically prolong disease, delay restoration, may lead to infirmity and even death. The purpose of this study was to assess the nurse’s knowledge and practices with their perceived barrier regarding pressure ulcer prevention at Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College Hospital Bangladesh. Materials and Methods: The present study employed a cross-sectional descriptive observational design with a sample size of 100 participants, who were purposively selected. Data collection involved the use of a pre-tested, self-administered, semi-structured questionnaire. Subsequently, the gathered data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) software version 22.0. Results: The observational study with 100 participants revealed that 61.0% of nurses had poor knowledge, 30.0% had good knowledge, and 9.0% had fair knowledge concerning pressure ulcer prevention. Regarding practice, 80.0% demonstrated poor, 8.0% fair, and 12.0% good preventive practices. Primary barriers to practice included staff shortage and workload (96.0%) and poor job satisfaction (85.0%). These findings shed light on the need to address knowledge gaps and overcome barriers to enhance pressure ulcer prevention efforts among nurses. Conclusion: The study those nurses’ knowledge and practice of pressure ulcer prevention are inadequate. Ongoing education and action by government and hospital authorities are necessary to address barriers in the work environment and improve prevention efforts.
Keywords: Nurses, Knowledge, Practice, Perceived barriers, Pressure ulcer prevention