Academia Open
Vol 9 No 2 (2024): December
Clinical Research

Nurses' Knowledge of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A Cross-sectional Study
Pengetahuan Perawat tentang Penyakit Hati Berlemak Nonalkohol: Sebuah Studi Cross-sectional


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  • Eman H. Rahi,
  • Zahraa Mahmoud Hussain Al-Hejaj,
  • Ali Malik Tiryag*
Eman H. Rahi
Department of Fundamental Science, College of Nursing, University of Basrah, Basrah, Iraq, Iraq
Zahraa Mahmoud Hussain Al-Hejaj
Department of Fundamental Science, College of Nursing, University of Basrah, Basrah, Iraq, Iraq
Ali Malik Tiryag
Fundamentals of Nursing Department, College of Nursing, University of Basrah, Basrah, Iraq, Iraq *

(*) Corresponding Author
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.21070/acopen.9.2024.10306
Published June 16, 2024
Keywords
  • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease,
  • nurses' knowledge,
  • Basrah City,
  • cross-sectional study,
  • healthcare education.
How to Cite
Rahi, E. H., Al-Hejaj, Z. M. H., & Tiryag, A. M. (2024). Nurses’ Knowledge of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A Cross-sectional Study. Academia Open, 9(2), 10.21070/acopen.9.2024.10306. https://doi.org/10.21070/acopen.9.2024.10306

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Abstract

General Background: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) encompasses a spectrum of liver conditions, including simple steatosis, cirrhosis, liver cancer, and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Specific Background: Given the increasing prevalence of NAFLD, understanding healthcare professionals' knowledge about this condition is crucial for effective patient care and management. Knowledge Gap: However, there is limited research assessing nurses' knowledge regarding NAFLD, particularly in the context of Basrah City Center Hospitals. Aims: This study aimed to evaluate nurses' knowledge of NAFLD and investigate its relationship with demographic characteristics such as gender, age, years of experience, and departmental affiliation. Results: A cross-sectional survey involving 150 nurses revealed that 57.3% possessed high levels of knowledge regarding NAFLD, while 34% had moderate knowledge. Notably, a significant correlation was found between nurses working at Al-Shifaa Hospital and their knowledge levels. The majority of participants were female (64.7%) and aged 20-30 (72%), with a predominant educational background from Nursing Institutes (39.3%) and fewer than five years of experience (56%). Novelty: This study is pioneering in assessing the knowledge of NAFLD among nurses in Basrah, highlighting specific areas of strength and weakness in their understanding. Implications: The study highlights the need for targeted educational interventions to improve nurses' understanding of NAFLD, leading to improved patient care and outcomes in liver disease management. practice.

Highlights:

 

  1. Increasing NAFLD prevalence necessitates enhanced healthcare provider awareness.
  2. Nurses showed significant knowledge levels about NAFLD.
  3. Knowledge varies significantly by hospital affiliation.

 

Keywords: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, nurses' knowledge, Basrah City, cross-sectional study, healthcare education.

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