A mixed methods study of perceptions of bias among neonatal intensive care unit staff.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Inequity in neonatology may be potentiated within neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) by the effects of bias. Addressing bias can lead to improved, more equitable care. Understanding perceptions of bias can inform targeted interventions to reduce the impact of bias. We conducted a mixed methods study to characterize the perceptions of bias among NICU staff.

Methods

Surveys were distributed to all staff (N = 245) in a single academic Level IV NICU. Respondents rated the impact of bias on their own and others' behaviors on 5-point Likert scales and answered one open-ended question. Kruskal-Wallis test (KWT) and Levene's test were used for quantitative analysis and thematic analysis was used for qualitative analysis.

Results

We received 178 responses. More r

SUBMITTER: Fraiman YS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9971322 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature