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- S T Brown, J M Bowman, and F R Eason.
- Department of Adult Health Nursing, East Carolina University, School of Nursing, Greenville, North Carolina 27858-4353, USA.
- J Contin Educ Nurs. 1999 May 1; 30 (3): 132-9.
BackgroundRNs in North Carolina were surveyed to determine their current knowledge and to determine if educational preparation, practice setting, or clinical specialty influenced their knowledge levels and attitudes.MethodA stratified random sample of 1,000 practicing RNs in North Carolina were surveyed using the Nurses' Knowledge and Attitudes Survey Instrument developed by McCaffery and Ferrell.ResultsThe mean score was 64.58 based on the percentage of correct responses from the 260 subjects who participated. No statistically significant difference was found in scores based on educational preparation, practice setting, or clinical specialty.ConclusionThe findings of this study support the concern of inadequate knowledge and inappropriate attitudes regarding pain management. It reveals the need for intensive continuing education and staff development.
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