Knowledge in identifying venomous snakes and first aid methods of snakebites among nursing students: A cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Snakebites are a dangerous and significant medical emergency that occurs worldwide. The World Health Organization has recommended that teaching and training in the prevention and management of snakebites be included in the curriculum of nursing schools and other educational activities. Identification of venomous snakes and first aid would be more critical in the prevention of occupational danger worldwide. This study aims to assess the knowledge in identifying venomous snakes, snakebites, and first aid methods of snakebites among nursing students in the Southern Province of Sri Lanka.

Methods

A descriptive, cross-sectional study was performed among 425 nursing students who were studying in different educational settings: undergraduates at the University of Ruhuna,

SUBMITTER: Jayathilaka I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10994310 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature