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Nursing students’ knowledge and attitudes on sexually transmitted infections prevention at training institution in Namibia
Lonia U. Hamunyela
Hileni N. Niikondo
Monika N. Nakweenda
Abstract
Background: Insufficient knowledge about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among nursing students can impact patient care and outcomes. To address this, comprehensive STI education is crucial.
Aim: This study aimed to assess knowledge and attitudes of nursing students regarding STI prevention and control.
Setting: The research was conducted at a nursing training institution in Windhoek, Namibia.
Methods: The research employed a cross-sectional design with 73 participants.
Results: Outcomes revealed that 63.0% had satisfactory knowledge and 79.5% exhibited positive attitudes. A significant association was noted between knowledge and participants’ sex. Male participants displayed poor knowledge (70%). No significant relationship existed
between demographic characteristics and attitudes.
Conclusion: The study concluded lower than expected knowledge regarding STIs among nursing students that implicated patients’ care.
Contribution: Integrating STI education into nursing curricula can improve students’ competences that enhance patients’ care.
