An Assessment of Nurses' Adherence to Medication Administration Protocols in General Surgical Wards of Kano State Hospitals
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Background of the Study
Medication administration errors are a major concern in surgical wards, leading to adverse drug reactions, prolonged recovery, and increased healthcare costs. Nurses are responsible for ensuring the correct dosage, timing, and route of medication administration, following established protocols to minimize errors (Ezenwa et al., 2024).
Kano State hospitals, as major healthcare providers, serve a high volume of surgical patients who require post-operative medication management. However, studies suggest that deviations from medication administration protocols remain a persistent issue due to factors such as workload, inadequate training, and poor documentation practices (Muhammad & Idris, 2023).
This study aims to assess the adherence of nurses to medication administration protocols in general surgical wards of Kano State hospitals, identifying gaps and recommending improvements.
Statement of the Problem
Errors in medication administration can compromise patient safety and surgical recovery. In Kano State hospitals, variations in nurses’ adherence to standard protocols have raised concerns about patient care quality (Aliyu & Garba, 2024).
Given the critical role of medication in post-surgical treatment, this study seeks to evaluate nurses’ compliance with administration guidelines, highlighting challenges and solutions.
Objectives of the Study
- To assess the level of nurses' adherence to medication administration protocols.
- To examine the impact of protocol adherence on patient safety and recovery.
- To identify factors contributing to non-compliance in surgical wards.
Research Questions
- How strictly do nurses adhere to medication administration protocols?
- What is the impact of protocol adherence on post-surgical patient safety?
- What factors contribute to non-compliance among nurses?
Research Hypotheses
- High adherence to medication administration protocols improves post-surgical recovery.
- Medication errors increase post-operative complications.
- Nurses face significant barriers in adhering to administration protocols.
