Knowledge, attitudes and practices of critical care unit personnel regarding pediatric palliative care: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Few studies have evaluated the perceptions of healthcare providers in China regarding pediatric palliative care, particularly in critical care units (PICUs), where many children receive palliative care. To evaluate the knowledge, attitudes and practices of PICU personnel in China regarding pediatric palliative care.

Methods

This cross-sectional study was conducted in five cities in China (Shanghai, Suzhou, Chongqing, Chengdu and Yunnan) between November 2022 and December 2022.

Results

The analysis included 204 participants (122 females), with 158 nurses and 46 physicians. The average knowledge, attitude and practice scores were 9.75 ± 2.90 points (possible range, 0-13 points), 38.30 ± 3.80 points (possible range, 12-60 points) and 35.48 ± 5.72 points (possi

SUBMITTER: Lu H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11106871 | biostudies-literature | 2024 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature