Hamdan Albaqawi
University of Hail, Saudi Arabia
Title: Pain Management In Hail Region Hospitals In Saudi Arabia
Biography
Biography: Hamdan Albaqawi
Abstract
Background and aims: Pain is a human experience that affects overall quality of life, and it is known to be the most common reason for people seeking healthcare. Nurses play a crucial role in assessing and managing patients’ pain. Effective pain management requires precise knowledge, attitudes and competent assessment skills. Knowledge deficits and inappropriate attitudes are major contributing factors to the under-treatment of pain.
Sample and methods: This descriptive mixed-methods study samples local and expatriate nurses working in Hail region hospitals. The study involves administering a questionnaire to a sample of 303 nurses to ascertain their knowledge and attitudes regarding pain management ‘Knowledge and Attitudes Survey Regarding Pain’ (KASRP).
Results: In this study, the average correct response rate to the various questions was 41.75 per cent, with rates ranging from 5–87 per cent. The findings indicate inadequate knowledge regarding pain, pain assessment, pain management and pain medications.
Recommendations: This study recommends increased education regarding pain management, as well as an annual assessment of skills for all clinical nurses. The expertise gained in training programs could be enhanced through workshops and courses that are conducted on a regular basis in order to keep nurses’ knowledge up to date.
Conclusion: The results of this study indicate problems in nurses’ knowledge and negative attitudes regarding pain and pain management. Educational and training enhancements should be implemented to correct these deficiencies.