Research Article

Knowledge Levels of Pediatric Nurses on Newborn Skin Care: A Multicenter Study

Volume: 11 Number: 3 September 30, 2024
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Knowledge Levels of Pediatric Nurses on Newborn Skin Care: A Multicenter Study

Abstract

Objective: The aim of this study is to determine the level of knowledge among nurses regarding newborn skin care and the factors influencing this knowledge level. Method: The research was conducted among nurses working in various hospitals in Burdur and Antalya (n=114). Demographic and professional characteristics of the participants such as age, gender, education level, and years of experience in the profession were recorded. A pre-developed questionnaire was used to measure the level of knowledge on newborn skin care. Data analysis was performed using the SPSS statistical package. Results: According to the research findings, the level of knowledge among nurses regarding newborn skin care is generally above average. Factors such as age, gender, education level, and professional experience were observed to influence knowledge levels (p<0,05). Particularly, it was found that as age increases, there is a tendency for an increase in knowledge levels (p<0,05), while education level and professional experience positively affect the level of knowledge (p<0,05). Conclusion: This study not only identifies the level of knowledge among nurses on newborn skin care but also reveals the factors influencing this knowledge level. These findings indicate the potential of enhancing the quality of newborn care through improving nurses' education and experience.

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Supporting Institution

This research did not receive any specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors.

Project Number

None

Ethical Statement

Approval from the Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Ethics Committee (No: GO 2023/12) was obtained to conduct this research. Participants were provided with information regarding the study's purpose, the identity of the researchers, the confidentiality of their personal information, and written consent was obtained.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Health Services and Systems (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

September 30, 2024

Submission Date

February 26, 2024

Acceptance Date

July 1, 2024

Published in Issue

Year 2024 Volume: 11 Number: 3

APA
Taşdemir, H. İ. (2024). Knowledge Levels of Pediatric Nurses on Newborn Skin Care: A Multicenter Study. CBU-SBED: Celal Bayar University-Health Sciences Institute Journal, 11(3), 364-370. https://doi.org/10.34087/cbusbed.1443140
AMA
1.Taşdemir Hİ. Knowledge Levels of Pediatric Nurses on Newborn Skin Care: A Multicenter Study. CBU-SBED: Celal Bayar University-Health Sciences Institute Journal. 2024;11(3):364-370. doi:10.34087/cbusbed.1443140
Chicago
Taşdemir, Halil İbrahim. 2024. “Knowledge Levels of Pediatric Nurses on Newborn Skin Care: A Multicenter Study”. CBU-SBED: Celal Bayar University-Health Sciences Institute Journal 11 (3): 364-70. https://doi.org/10.34087/cbusbed.1443140.
EndNote
Taşdemir Hİ (September 1, 2024) Knowledge Levels of Pediatric Nurses on Newborn Skin Care: A Multicenter Study. CBU-SBED: Celal Bayar University-Health Sciences Institute Journal 11 3 364–370.
IEEE
[1]H. İ. Taşdemir, “Knowledge Levels of Pediatric Nurses on Newborn Skin Care: A Multicenter Study”, CBU-SBED: Celal Bayar University-Health Sciences Institute Journal, vol. 11, no. 3, pp. 364–370, Sept. 2024, doi: 10.34087/cbusbed.1443140.
ISNAD
Taşdemir, Halil İbrahim. “Knowledge Levels of Pediatric Nurses on Newborn Skin Care: A Multicenter Study”. CBU-SBED: Celal Bayar University-Health Sciences Institute Journal 11/3 (September 1, 2024): 364-370. https://doi.org/10.34087/cbusbed.1443140.
JAMA
1.Taşdemir Hİ. Knowledge Levels of Pediatric Nurses on Newborn Skin Care: A Multicenter Study. CBU-SBED: Celal Bayar University-Health Sciences Institute Journal. 2024;11:364–370.
MLA
Taşdemir, Halil İbrahim. “Knowledge Levels of Pediatric Nurses on Newborn Skin Care: A Multicenter Study”. CBU-SBED: Celal Bayar University-Health Sciences Institute Journal, vol. 11, no. 3, Sept. 2024, pp. 364-70, doi:10.34087/cbusbed.1443140.
Vancouver
1.Halil İbrahim Taşdemir. Knowledge Levels of Pediatric Nurses on Newborn Skin Care: A Multicenter Study. CBU-SBED: Celal Bayar University-Health Sciences Institute Journal. 2024 Sep. 1;11(3):364-70. doi:10.34087/cbusbed.1443140

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