Date of Award
Spring 5-2017
Degree Type
Honors College Thesis
Department
Nursing
First Advisor
Kathleen Masters
Advisor Department
Nursing
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to determine nurses’ knowledge of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), the attitude they have towards patients with MRSA, and how well they comply with MRSA protocols. Forty-six nurses participated in this study. A questionnaire assessing knowledge, attitude, and compliance was distributed via email to graduates of the University of Southern Mississippi. The survey had three sections to assess each variable, with 17 true/false questions about knowledge, 10 questions about attitude, and 6 questions about compliance. Overall, nurses in this study had adequate knowledge of MRSA, aside from overt lack of knowledge regarding antibiotic treatment. Their attitudes were overall positive. While a large majority of nurses complied with hand hygiene and the wearing of gloves, nurses were lacking in compliance with wearing gowns. With these factors considered, nurses need continuing education about MRSA.
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Recommended Citation
Suss, Ellen A., "Nurse Knowledge, Attitude, and Compliance Related to Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus" (2017). Honors Theses. 484.
https://aquila.usm.edu/honors_theses/484