Knowledge, attitudes and practices of ICU nurses regarding postextubation dysphagia in tracheal intubation patients in 25 hospitals in China: A multicentre cross-sectional survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Postextubation dysphagia is common in the ICU, with varying incidence rates. However, few studies have focused on ICU nurses' knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding postextubation dysphagia, as well as the various influencing factors.

Aims

To investigate ICU nurses' knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding postextubation dysphagia and provide suggestions for improvement.

Study design

This was a multicentre cross-sectional survey. Data were collected using a validated questionnaire to assess knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding postextubation dysphagia.

Results

A total of 510 valid questionnaires were analysed. The median scores with interquartile ranges for knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding postextubation dysphagia were 8

SUBMITTER: Zheng Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11876486 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature