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Knowledge and attitude regarding selected recent advances and current issues in pediatrics among staff nurses working in pediatric departments of selected hospitals in Gujarat state
Swati Rafayal Patole, Roma Patel and Priyanka Manav Kumar Patel
Year : 2026 | Volume: 11 | Issue: 3 | Pages: 120-124
Received on: 29/01/2026
Revised on: 13/02/2026
Accepted on: 07/04/2026
Published on: 01/05/2026
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Swati Rafayal Patole, Roma Patel and Priyanka Manav Kumar Patel( 2026).
Knowledge and attitude regarding selected recent advances and current issues in pediatrics among staff nurses working in pediatric departments of selected hospitals in Gujarat state
. International Journal of Zoology and Applied Biosciences, 11( 3), 120-124.
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Abstract
Recent advances in pediatric care have significantly improved child survival and health outcomes. Nurses working in pediatric departments play a critical role in implementing these advances. However, inadequate knowledge and negative attitudes may affect quality of care. To assess the knowledge and attitude regarding selected recent advances and current issues in pediatrics among staff nurses and determine their association with selected demographic variables. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among staff nurses working in pediatric departments of selected hospitals in Gujarat State. Participants were selected using non-probability sampling. Data were collected using structured knowledge questionnaire and attitude scale. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The study revealed that majority of staff nurses had moderate knowledge and positive attitude toward recent advances in pediatric care. Significant association was found between knowledge and educational qualification and years of experience. Although nurses demonstrated moderate knowledge and favorable attitude, continuous education programs are required to enhance competency in pediatric care.
Keywords
Pediatric nursing, Knowledge, Attitude, Recent advances, Staff nurses.
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