A Study To Assess The Effectiveness Of Practical Guideline On Maintaining Aseptic Technique While Preparing And Administering The Intravenous (IV) Transfusion By The Staff Nurses Working In Medical- Surgical Wards

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Practical Guideline on Maintaining Aseptic Technique

Abstract

Intravenous fluid administration is not only common in the hospital; it is also increasingly common in the home for the replacement of fluids, administration of medications, and provision of nutrients when no other route is available. It helps the research workers to develop a thorough understanding and insight into previous works and trends that have emerged. The review can also help in reaching a number of important specific goals. Objective: To assess the knowledge of the staff nurses regarding Intravenous Transfusion before and after administration of Practical Guideline on Maintaining Aseptic Technique while Preparing and Administering Intravenous Transfusion in selected Government Hospitals of Gujarat State. To assess the performance of the staff nurses regarding Intravenous Transfusion before and after administration of Practical Guideline on Maintaining Aseptic Technique while Preparing and Administering Intravenous Transfusion in selected Government Hospitals of Gujarat State. Results: In the overall and specific content area, mean gain scores were comparatively higher after exposure to Practical Guideline on IV Transfusion. The findings indicate that the Practical Guideline is a suitable and effective method of instruction for updating and enhancing the knowledge as well as skills of staff nurses on aspects of IV Transfusion. [Chetna P NJIRM 2017; 8(1): 44-47]