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Nursing students’ knowledge and attitudes on sexually transmitted infections prevention at training institution in Namibia
Submitted: 27 July 2023 | Published: 16 February 2024
About the author(s)
Lonia U. Hamunyela, School of Nursing and Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences and Veterinary Medicine, University of Namibia, Windhoek, NamibiaHileni N. Niikondo, School of Nursing and Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences and Veterinary Medicine, University of Namibia, Windhoek, Namibia
Monika N. Nakweenda, School of Nursing and Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences and Veterinary Medicine, University of Namibia, Windhoek, Namibia
Abstract
Background: Insufficient knowledge about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among nursing students can impact patient care and outcomes. To address this, comprehensive STI education is crucial.
Aim: This study aimed to assess knowledge and attitudes of nursing students regarding STI prevention and control.
Setting: The research was conducted at a nursing training institution in Windhoek, Namibia.
Methods: The research employed a cross-sectional design with 73 participants.
Results: Outcomes revealed that 63.0% had satisfactory knowledge and 79.5% exhibited positive attitudes. A significant association was noted between knowledge and participants’ sex. Male participants displayed poor knowledge (70%). No significant relationship existed between demographic characteristics and attitudes.
Conclusion: The study concluded lower than expected knowledge regarding STIs among nursing students that implicated patients’ care.
Contribution: Integrating STI education into nursing curricula can improve students’ competences that enhance patients’ care.
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