An Evaluation of Nurses’ Knowledge and Practice in Handling Road Traffic Accident Victims in Gombe State Healthcare Facilities
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Background of the Study
Road traffic accidents (RTAs) are a leading cause of injury and death worldwide, and the management of these patients requires prompt and effective intervention. Nurses are often the first healthcare professionals to assess and initiate care for RTA victims, making their knowledge and practice in managing such patients essential (Ajibola et al., 2023). In Gombe State, a region that experiences frequent road traffic accidents, the ability of nurses to assess and manage these patients effectively can greatly influence patient outcomes, including survival and recovery.
Nurses’ roles in handling RTA victims include conducting initial assessments, managing trauma care, ensuring airway patency, controlling bleeding, and providing immediate interventions such as intravenous fluids and pain management (Oluwaseun et al., 2024). However, challenges such as limited access to advanced trauma care tools, inadequate training, and resource shortages may affect the effectiveness of nursing interventions in such situations. This study seeks to evaluate the knowledge and practices of nurses in Gombe State healthcare facilities regarding the management of RTA victims, examining whether their current knowledge aligns with best practices and identifying areas for improvement.
Statement of the Problem
Despite the importance of effective nursing interventions in handling road traffic accident victims, the level of knowledge and adherence to best practices among nurses in Gombe State hospitals remains unclear. Given the high number of RTA-related injuries in the region, it is crucial to evaluate nurses' preparedness in managing these cases and to identify gaps in knowledge and practice that may affect patient care.
Objectives of the Study
- To evaluate the knowledge of nurses in Gombe State healthcare facilities regarding the management of road traffic accident victims.
- To assess the practical application of nursing interventions in the care of RTA victims.
- To identify barriers to optimal care and propose recommendations for improving nurses' knowledge and practices.
Research Questions
- What is the level of knowledge among nurses in Gombe State healthcare facilities regarding the management of road traffic accident victims?
- How do nurses in Gombe State apply their knowledge in managing road traffic accident victims in practice?
- What challenges do nurses face in providing optimal care for RTA victims, and how can these be addressed?
Research Hypotheses
- Nurses in Gombe State healthcare facilities have insufficient knowledge regarding the management of road traffic accident victims.
- There is a significant gap between nurses' knowledge and their practical application of trauma care in handling RTA victims.
- Resource constraints and lack of advanced trauma care training hinder nurses' ability to provide optimal care for RTA victims in Gombe State hospitals.
Scope and Limitations of the Study
The study will be conducted in Gombe State healthcare facilities and focus on assessing nurses' knowledge and practice in managing RTA victims. Limitations may include challenges in measuring knowledge comprehensively and potential biases in self-reported practices.
Definitions of Terms
- Road Traffic Accident Victims: Individuals injured or affected by accidents involving motor vehicles.
- Trauma Care: Medical interventions aimed at stabilizing and treating patients who have sustained injuries due to accidents or other trauma.
- Best Practices: Evidence-based guidelines and protocols for managing trauma patients, including RTA victims.
