Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices of Undergraduate Nursing Students Related to Disaster Management: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study in MMC Mardan
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Nursing Students, Disaster Management, Knowledge, Attitudes, PracticesAbstract
OBJECTIVES
The objective of this study was assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of undergraduate nursing students on disaster management.
METHODOLOGY
A quantitative cross-sectional study was done at Mardan Medical Complex, Mardan, using a modified questionnaire administered among 145 nursing students to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding disaster management.
RESULTS
While 35.2% of students had enough knowledge of disaster management, 42.8% were aware of preparedness strategies. Most viewed disaster response as a shared responsibility, with 83.3% desiring more education. Regarding practices, 73.3% were willing to join response teams, and 70% felt confident assessing victims, though 51% had not participated in disaster drills.
CONCLUSION
Nursing students showed adequate knowledge and positive attitudes toward disaster management but would benefit from more practical training.
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