Improving Nursing Students' Knowledge of Dental Trauma Management
Author Information
Author(s): Carrion-Ruiz Beatriz Emilia, Cabrera-Fernandez Alberto, Crespo-Gallardo Isabel, Cabanillas-Balsera Daniel, Segura-Egea Juan J., Pabón-Carrasco Manuel, Martin-Gonzalez Jenifer, Gray Richard
Primary Institution: University of Seville
Hypothesis
There is a positive inclination toward gaining new competencies in first aid, particularly in managing dental trauma.
Conclusion
The educational intervention significantly improved nursing students' understanding of dental trauma management.
Supporting Evidence
- Only 25.4% of students had prior training in dental trauma.
- After the intervention, 94.8% believed it was possible to re-implant an avulsed tooth.
- Students' mean scores increased from 5.85 to 10.35 after the intervention.
Takeaway
Nursing students learned how to help with dental injuries better after a special training session.
Methodology
A quasi-experimental study with pre- and post-test surveys to assess knowledge changes after an educational intervention.
Limitations
Lack of follow-up to assess long-term impact and absence of a control group.
Participant Demographics
86% female, 14% male; average age 22.28 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI not specified
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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