The ability of critical care nurses to identify pressure injury and incontinence-associated dermatitis: A multicentre cross-sectional survey.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

To investigate the ability of critical care nurses to identify pressure injury and incontinence-associated dermatitis and analyse the possible influencing factors.

Design

Cross-sectional survey.

Methods

This study was conducted at 24 hospitals across 12 provinces in China. A self-made electronic questionnaire was used. Nurses identified and judged injuries according to the information provided.

Results

The average identification score for pressure injury and incontinence-associated dermatitis was 9.00 ± 3.51 points, and only 2.16% of nurses scored ≥16 points. The average correct identification rate for pressure injury and incontinence-associated dermatitis was 45%. The correct identification rate for stage 1 pressure injury was the highest, while those for

SUBMITTER: Liu H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9912419 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature