A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Practice about Radiation Safety among Nursing Personnel working in Radiation Exposure Area in Selected Hospital in Kolkata, WB, India
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: This study aimed to assess the knowledge and practices regarding radiation safety among nursing personnel working in radiation exposure areas in selected hospitals in Kolkata.Using a descriptive survey design, data were collected from 60 nurses through questionnaires and observation checklists in various hospital units.Findings revealed that a significant number of nurses had inadequate knowledge and poor practices related to radiation safety.No significant association was found between the nurses' knowledge and their age, experience, or professional qualifications.The study highlights the need for better radiation safety training and resources to improve nursing practices in these settings.
Author: Runna Das Bhattacharjee
Institution: West Bengal University of Health Sciences
Language: English
Topic: Radiation Dose and Imaging
Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4402172957