ASSESSMENT OF NURSES’ KNOWLEDGE FOR THE TREATMENT OF PREGNANCY-INDUCED HYPERTENSION IN THE LADY WALLINGTON HOSPITAL, LAHORE, PAKISTAN: A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY
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Descriptive Study, Nurses, Knowledge, Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension
Abstract
Background: Pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) is a leading cause of maternal death, newborn morbidity and mortality, and the most common pregnancy complication.
Objective: Assess the knowledge and understanding of nursing staff at Lady Wallington Hospital about pregnancy-induced hypertension to identify educational gaps and opportunities for quality improvement in patient care.
Methods: A descriptive study was conducted at Lady Wallington Hospital in Lahore, where a purposive sample of 100 nurses from the Gynecology Ward, emergency department, and medical wards completed standardized self-report surveys, providing data on their knowledge and understanding of pregnancy-induced hypertension.
Results: The study's demographic analysis showed that most participants (80%) were between 31-39 years old, with a slight majority being female (56%) and unmarried (56%). The majority (52%) held a nursing degree, and half (50%) had 11-20 years of nursing experience. Notably, the results revealed a satisfactory level of knowledge regarding gestational hypertension among the nurses, indicating a solid understanding in this vital area of care.
Conclusion: The study concluded that nurses exhibited a satisfactory level of knowledge regarding pregnancy-induced hypertension, indicating they are well-prepared to provide quality care and support to affected patients.
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Asia Shahzadi
Charge Nurse, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan
Nabila Jamil
Charge Nurse, Services Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan
Sadaf Noureen
PHNS/Charge Nurse, College of Nursing, DGQ Hospital Mianwali, Pakistan
Sakina Parveen
Charge Nurse, Nishtar Hospital, Multan, Pakistan
Samina Bibi
Nursing Officer, Sir Sadiq Aabasi Hospital, Bahawalpur, Pakistan