Effect Of Educational Program Regarding Mechanical Prophylaxis Of Deep Venous Thrombosis On Nurse's Knowledge And Practice
Journal Title: INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CURRENT RESEARCH - Year 2016, Vol 8, Issue 2
Abstract
Aim: This study carried out to evaluate the effectiveness educational program regarding mechanical prophylaxis of deep venous thrombosis on nurse's knowledge and practice. Methods: Fifty registered nurses were working in the surgical and orthopedic words at king fahed hospital who is assigned for caring for patients post –operatively. Tools: two tools: Tool (1): Nurse's Knowledge Regarding to DVT Disease, and its Preventive Measures Questionnaire Sheet. Tool (2): Two Observational Check lists for Nurses' Practice Regarding to 1- Nursing Role in Assessment and 2- Using of Mechanical Prophylaxis of DVT. Results: findings revealed that there is a highly significant difference between pre and post evaluations scores in relation to nurse's knowledge and performance after completion of the educational program. Conclusion: based on research findings, that participation in the educational program for mechanical prevention of DVT made differences in nurse's knowledge and performance.
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Dr. Naglaa H. El- Meanawi, Dr. Khadega A. El- Hefnawy
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