Babali Nursing Research
Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024): April

Evaluating Nurses Knowledge, Misconceptions, and Attitudes Towards Treating Patients with Chronic Pain

Burton, Richard (Unknown)
Judson, Holly (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Apr 2024

Abstract

Introduction: Chronic pain is complex biopsychosocial phenomenon that affects people worldwide, and nurses play a vital role in treatment. It is essential for nurses to have adequate knowledge and demonstrate no bias towards these patients. Aims: Determine nurses’ knowledge and attitudes regarding any patients with pain. Identify any potential biases. Methods: The knowledge and attitudes of registered nurses regarding pain were assessed using (KAS survey). A convenience sample was chosen. Data was analyzed to determine knowledge and attitudes regarding treating patients with chronic pain. Results: 55.5% of participants demonstrated “good knowledge and attitudes”, while 44.0% participants had “acceptable knowledge and attitudes”. There was no significant correlation between years’ experience and test scores. There was a statistical difference between genders in relation to dependent variable test score. Conclusions: Participants demonstrated higher knowledge than previous works. Data revealed participants did not hold any biases or misconceptions about treating patients with chronic pain.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

BNR

Publisher

Subject

Nursing

Description

The Babali Nursing Research provides a forum for original research and scholarship about health care delivery, organisation, management, workforce, policy and research methods relevant to nursing, midwifery and other health related professions. The BNR aims to support evidence informed policy and ...