Assessment of knowledge of blood transfusion and its associated factors among nurses and midwives at public hospitals in Ethiopia: Cross-sectional study

Over half of nurses and midwives had inadequate knowledge of the appropriate blood transfusion. Work experience, availability of blood transfusion guidelines in the ward, and reading guidelines were significant associations with knowledge. Provide continuous in-service training, and educational programs to enhance participants' knowledge of blood transfusion.

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Heliyon
Published
2024-09-01
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e38090
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5
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Blood donation and transfusion practices
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Assessment of knowledge of blood transfusion and its associated factors among nurses and midwives at public hospitals in Ethiopia: Cross-sectional study

Gada Edea, Habtamu Oljira, Takele Tiki, Yohanis Megersa
5 citations
Heliyon
Blood donation and transfusion practices
3.66
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Assessment of knowledge of blood transfusion and its associated factors among nurses and midwives at public hospitals in Ethiopia: Cross-sectional study

Gada Edea, Habtamu Oljira, Takele Tiki, Yohanis Megersa
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5 citations

Abstract

Over half of nurses and midwives had inadequate knowledge of the appropriate blood transfusion. Work experience, availability of blood transfusion guidelines in the ward, and reading guidelines were significant associations with knowledge. Provide continuous in-service training, and educational programs to enhance participants' knowledge of blood transfusion.

HeliyonVol. 10(18)
Ambo University (ET)
Gender equality
Openalex Percentile: Top 7%
Blood donation and transfusion practices
3.66
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