KNOWLEDGE AND PERCEIVED EFFECTIVENESS OF PAIN MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES AMONG NURSES IN POSTOPERATIVE WARDS OF FAITH MEDIPLEX HOSPITAL IN BENIN CITY

Abstract

This study was conducted to explore the knowledge and perceived effectiveness of pain management techniques among nurses in postoperative wards at Faith Mediplex Hospital, Benin City, Edo State. Utilizing a descriptive cross-sectional survey design, the data were analyzed with SPSS version 24.0, with results presented in frequency tables and percentages. The study included a total of 50 nurses. Gender distribution revealed that 60% (30 nurses) were female, and 40% (20 nurses) were male, reflecting a majority of female nurses in the workforce. Regarding experience, 50% of the respondents had 5-10 years of experience, with 30% having less than five years, and 20% over ten years. Findings indicate that 55% of the participants demonstrated a high level of knowledge in pain management, while 30% had a moderate level, and 15% exhibited low knowledge. The study also revealed that 70% of the nurses perceived pain management techniques as highly effective, especially pharmacological methods, with non-pharmacological methods perceived as moderately effective by 40% of the participants. Additionally, a significant relationship was found between the level of knowledge and perceived effectiveness, with a chi-square value of 8.245. This research underscores the need for continuous professional development to enhance nurses' knowledge and application of both pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management techniques in postoperative settings.

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