Diabetes knowledge and training needs among non-endocrinology nurses.
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ABSTRACT: Background
It is necessary to determine the diabetes knowledge level among non-endocrinology nurses in primary care hospitals to develop continuing education strategies.Method
A questionnaire survey was conducted among 6819 non-endocrinology nurses in 70 primary hospitals in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region to assess their diabetes knowledge level and training needs. Factors affecting knowledge level were analyzed using multiple linear regression models.Results
Diabetes knowledge was low, particularly for diabetes monitoring. Knowledge was higher in nurses who had in-service education and training in diabetes; most believed that training was necessary and hoped to improve their ability to care for diabetic patients. The most suitable training method was considered to be each nurse was taught by an assigned person after centralized specialized education and training.Conclusion
Non-endocrinology nurses in primary care hospitals lack knowledge of diabetes and have a strong need for training. Systematic training is required to ensure that patients receive high-quality and comprehensive care.
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PROVIDER: S-EPMC10196786 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May
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Diabetes knowledge and training needs among non-endocrinology nurses.
Wang Yudong Y Zhang Yanping Y Han Jiaxia J Chen Yongfeng Y Li Lirong L Wei Xiaohui X Fu Guifen G
Heliyon 20230507 5
<h4>Background</h4>It is necessary to determine the diabetes knowledge level among non-endocrinology nurses in primary care hospitals to develop continuing education strategies.<h4>Method</h4>A questionnaire survey was conducted among 6819 non-endocrinology nurses in 70 primary hospitals in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region to assess their diabetes knowledge level and training needs. Factors affecting knowledge level were analyzed using multiple linear regression models.<h4>Results</h4>Diabet ...[more]
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