Nurses' Attitudes Toward Reporting Adverse Events in Maternal and Child Hospitals in China
Author Information
Author(s): Wu Fang, Wang Xin, Chen Shaochuan, Li Huimin, Xie Huiqiong
Primary Institution: Chendu Women's And Children's Central Hospital, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China
Hypothesis
What factors influence nurses' attitudes toward reporting adverse events in maternal and child specialized hospitals?
Conclusion
Nurses in maternal and child specialized hospitals have a medium-level attitude towards reporting adverse events, indicating a need for improved reporting standards and training.
Supporting Evidence
- Nurses' total score for adverse event reporting was 63.98 ± 8.77.
- Educational background, professional title, and adverse event experience positively influenced reporting attitudes.
- 56.5% of nurses reported having experienced adverse events.
- 95.8% of nurses were aware of the adverse event reporting process.
Takeaway
This study found that nurses in hospitals for mothers and children are not very eager to report problems, and we need to help them feel more comfortable doing so.
Methodology
A questionnaire survey was conducted among 943 nurses in 18 maternal and child specialized hospitals.
Potential Biases
The study may be biased due to the low number of male participants.
Limitations
The study's findings may not be generalizable due to the majority of participants being female and the focus on a single city.
Participant Demographics
99.3% female, mainly aged 26-35, with most holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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