Publication: Knowledge and perception of risk factors for phlebitis among nursing students at school of health science, USM
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2025-08
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Suhimi, Nur Aiman Muslim Nor
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This study aimed to assess the knowledge and perception regarding risk factors for phlebitis among nursing students at the School of Health Science, Universiti Sains Malaysia. Phlebitis, an inflammation of the vein often resulting from intravenous therapy, is a common yet preventable clinical complication. A descriptive cross- sectional design was utilized, and data were collected from 183 nursing students using convenience sampling. A validated, self-administered questionnaire comprising 15 knowledge items and 20 perception items was used to assess participants' understanding. The findings revealed that 52.5% of students had a low level of knowledge, 46.4% had moderate knowledge, and only 1.1% had a high knowledge level. In contrast, 46.4% of participants demonstrated high perception, 33.9% moderate, and 19.7% low. A statistically significant association was found between knowledge and perception levels (χ²(4, N = 183) = 25.768, p < 0.001), indicating that students with higher knowledge were more likely to have better perception. These results highlight the need for improved educational strategies in nursing curricula to strengthen both theoretical knowledge and practical awareness in IV therapy, thereby enhancing students’ clinical competence and patient safety
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