Assessment of Emergency Nurses' Knowledge toward Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation at Al Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in the Gaza Strip

Abstract

Background: The knowledge and skills of emergency nurses regarding cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) are vital to improving patient survival outcomes, especially in high-stress environments such as the Gaza Strip. Objective: This study aims to assess the knowledge level of emergency nurses towards CPR at Al Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in the Gaza Strip. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study design was employed on 70 emergency nurses in a period from January 21 to April 27, 2023. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire distributed among census sample of emergency nurses at Al Aqsa Martyrs Hospital. Results: The study showed that the majority of participants (43%) are under 30 years of age, in addition to that (60%) are male and (72.8%) are married. By analyzing the data, it was found that the majority of emergency nurses have a low level of knowledge toward CPR (M = 36.235 ±5.242), especially in basic techniques and updated guidelines. Factors such as previous participation in CPR training programs, years of emergency experience, and higher education levels were positively associated with higher knowledge scores. Conclusion: The findings highlight a need for ongoing, mandatory CPR training and professional development opportunities for emergency nurses at Al Aqsa Martyrs Hospital. Implementing structured training programs and providing access to the latest CPR guidelines could help improve nurses' preparedness and effectiveness in emergency situations.