Knowledge of Non-invasive Positive Pressure in Acute Respiratory Failure among Nurses in Saudi Arabia 2024

Abstract

Background: Over the past three decades, non-invasive positive pressure ventilation (NIPPV) has been a vital technique for managing respiratory failure and has seen a significant increase in use as it has been transferred from critical care to ward settings. Nurses who provide NIPPV care to patients must be knowledgeable and have a positive attitude in their field in order to deliver high-quality care. In the treatment of acute respiratory failure, noninvasive positive pressure ventilation is becoming more popular since it reduces morbidity, mortality, hospital stays, and time spent in intensive care units. This study aimed: To assess knowledge of non-invasive positive pressure in acute respiratory failure among nurses. Method: A descriptive cross-sectional study design was conducted at the General Hospital in Saudi Arabia. All 136 nurses who were available and willing to take part in the study made up the convenient sample. A self-administered online questionnaire created by the researchers was used to assess nurses' expertise. Results: The study found those nurses' knowledge scores on the definition, advantages, nursing duties, purposes, and side effects of non-invasive positive pressure (NIPV) were good. On the other hand, their understanding of modes and signs was inadequate. According to the study's findings, 69.1% of the nurses had overall NIPV knowledge levels that were satisfactory. Conclusion: The development of evidence-based clinical guidelines and protocols is recommended.