Influencing factors on nutritional knowledge, attitudes, and practices among nursing assistants in nursing homes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The nutritional status of older adults requires focused attention. In Chinese nursing homes, nursing assistants are often the primary caregivers responsible for the daily care of older adults, and their knowledge and attitudes toward nutrition play a fundamental role in providing adequate nutritional care. However, research on the knowledge and attitudes of nursing assistants is limited, despite the fact that these factors play a fundamental role in providing adequate nutritional practices.

Objective

The aim of this study is to investigate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of nursing assistants in nursing homes and to analyze the influencing factors.

Method

This cross-sectional study was conducted from January to September 2023, involving 692 nu

SUBMITTER: Lu P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11616342 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature