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

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