A Study to Assess the Knowledge Regarding Neurological Assessment among Nursesworking in Selected Hospitals of Pune City

Abstract

Introduction: Knowledge about Neurological Assessment in nurses is important in identifying neurological disturbances in the patient. Skills used while performing Neurological Assessment is the basis of all nursing training.

Aims: The present work targets to assess the knowledge in performing Neurological Assessment among staff nurses working in the selected hospitals.

Methodology: Quantitative descriptive design is used. Sampling method used is Convenience sampling. Data analysis was completed using the (SPSS) version 20.

Result: Findings showed that(52.7%) were staff nurses, almost half of the participants (56.7%) were diploma nurses. Maximum nurses were in their 30s. Almost more than half (62 %) nurses were having more than 5 years of experience. 64.3% of participants were female nurses. Results showed that the nurse’s knowledge on Neurological Assessment is poor regarding Neurological Assessment