Assessing Malaysian Nurses' Knowledge of Blood Transfusion Procedures and Identifying Knowledge Gaps: A cross-sectional study

Jheffany bin Yazid; Azliha Minai Rajab; Suzana binti Yusof; Angga Wilandika

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v8i25.4825

Authors

Jheffany bin Yazid Nursing Unit, Hospital Kuala Lumpur, Ministry of Health, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Azliha Minai Rajab Nursing Unit, Hospital Kuala Lumpur, Ministry of Health, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Suzana binti Yusof Centre for Nursing Studies, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA Puncak Alam Campus, Selangor, Malaysia.
Angga Wilandika Nursing Department, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas 'Aisyiyah Bandung, Bandung, Indonesia.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v8i25.4825

Keywords:

Blood Transfusion, Knowledge, Nurses

Abstract

This cross-sectional study aimed to evaluate the knowledge of 316 nurses in a Malaysian public hospital regarding blood transfusion procedures. Convenience sampling was used to select nurses involved in patient care. Data collection employed a validated questionnaire with 33 questions across four sections. Descriptive analysis using SPSS revealed knowledge gaps, particularly in transfusion and adverse reaction management. Findings showed 56.3% with good knowledge, 42.7% with moderate knowledge, and 0.9% with insufficient knowledge. The study emphasizes the importance of targeted education and continuous training to enhance nurses' transfusion-related knowledge and ensure safe practices. Limitations include scope and self-reported data.

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