Einstein International Journal Organization(EIJO)

Abstract

Introduction: Psychiatric emergencies require specialized knowledge and skills to ensure optimal patient care. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a self-instructional module in improving knowledge regarding the nursing management of psychiatric emergencies among staff nurses in selected hospitals in Jaipur. Adequate knowledge is essential for nurses to effectively assess, intervene, and provide appropriate care during these critical situations.

Method: A pre-experimental one-group pre-test post-test design was used. Sixty staff nurses from Narayana Hrudayalaya Hospital participated, and a self-instructional module was administered. Knowledge levels were assessed using a structured questionnaire before and after the intervention. Statistical analysis was conducted using descriptive and inferential statistics.

Results: The results of this study indicate that age and working experience significantly influenced nurses' knowledge levels regarding the nursing management of psychiatric emergencies. Older nurses and those with more years of experience demonstrated higher levels of knowledge. This finding suggests that practical experience and exposure to psychiatric emergency situations contribute to the development and consolidation of knowledge in this area. However, gender, area experience, family history, and seminar attendance did not show a significant relationship with knowledge levels.

Conclusion: Practical experience and continuous learning play a crucial role in enhancing nurses' knowledge of psychiatric emergency management. Targeted training programs should be developed to address specific learning needs. Further research is needed to explore additional factors and interventions to improve psychiatric emergency management in nursing practice.

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