Nghiên cứu kiến thức và thực hành của điều dưỡng trong phòng ngừa ngã cho người bệnh tại Bệnh viện Ung bướu Đà Nẵng

Patient falls represent a significant and often preventable adverse event in healthcare settings, contributing to substantial morbidity, mortality, and increased healthcare costs globally. Ensuring patient safety, especially in specialized environments like oncology hospitals where patients may be more vulnerable, necessitates a robust understanding and diligent application of effective fall prevention strategies by nursing staff. This study addresses this critical need by assessing the knowledge and practices of nurses regarding fall prevention for patients at Da Nang Oncology Hospital, aiming to identify current strengths and areas for improvement in this essential aspect of patient care.

Nursing professionals, hospital administrators, healthcare policymakers, and researchers focused on patient safety and quality improvement in hospital settings, particularly oncology care.

This cross-sectional study investigated the knowledge and practices of nurses concerning fall prevention among patients at Da Nang Oncology Hospital, along with identifying related influencing factors. Conducted from March to August 2024, the research involved 106 nurses from various clinical departments, with data systematically collected using structured questionnaires to evaluate both nurses' theoretical knowledge and practical application of fall prevention protocols. The findings revealed that a high proportion of nurses demonstrated adequate knowledge (86.8%) and satisfactory practices (83.0%) in fall prevention. A statistically significant relationship was observed between the number of patients cared for daily and both knowledge and practice scores (p < 0.05), indicating that workload impacts performance. Furthermore, a strong correlation existed between knowledge and practice levels (p < 0.001), underscoring that better understanding often translates to more effective practical application. The study concludes by recommending regular training programs and targeted support, particularly in high-workload hospital settings, to further enhance the effectiveness of fall prevention strategies. These interventions are crucial for improving patient safety outcomes, optimizing nursing care quality, and reducing fall incidents among patients.