Evaluation of healthcare professionals' knowledge of Alzheimer's disease in government hospitals and healthcare centers: A cross-sectional study in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

ABSTRACT: Knowledge of Alzheimer's disease (AD) among healthcare staff influences important aspects of care and is associated with better patient outcomes. This study aimed to assess the knowledge of AD among healthcare professionals working in government hospitals and healthcare centers in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This cross-sectional study used an online questionnaire to assess Alzheimer's disease knowledge using the Alzheimer's Disease Knowledge Scale (ADKS). Participants also self-rated their knowledge and reported their experience in dementia care and training. The study included 231 healthcare professionals, with 61.5% males and 38.5% females. Medical professionals demonstrated significantly higher mean ADKS score = 19.84 compared to pharmacy, nursing, and allied health professionals (P < .05). O

SUBMITTER: Alzahrani YA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11875628 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature