Effectiveness of a training program for emergency nurses on pelvic binder application and patient care: A single-group pretest-posttest study

Abstract

Aim: Pelvic binder application is one of the life-saving interventions used in pelvic trauma. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of a pelvic binder training program on the knowledge, skills, attitudes and competence levels of emergency department nurses.

Methods: The study was conducted with 35 emergency department nurses using a one-group pretest-posttest design. The effectiveness of the training provided to the nurses was evaluated in four stages: immediately before the training, immediately after the training, 20 days after the training, and two months after the training, using forms developed by the researchers. The evaluation assessed knowledge, skills, attitudes, and perceived levels of competence related to the topic.

Results: Attitudes toward pelvic binder application and perceived competence levels in providing care for patients with pelvic binders were significantly higher in all post-training assessments compared to pre-training (p < 0.001). Knowledge levels were significantly higher two months after training compared to other time periods (p < 0.001). It was also found that pelvic binder application training for ED nurses significantly improved nurses' skills (p < 0.001).

Conclusion: In conclusion, this study shows that the pelvic binder training program is effective in improving the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and competence levels of emergency department nurses. To improve patient care in critical situations such as pelvic trauma, the dissemination and continuity of such training programs will be an important step.

Keywords: Emergency department; Emergency nursing; Nursing; Pelvic binder; Pelvic trauma.