Disaster preparedness evaluation of nurses in a university hospital in Ankara province

Authors : Sevil Pamuk Cebeci, Yılmaz Yenal

Pages : 354-363

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Publication Date : 2025-09-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Abstract Purpose: The research was planned to evaluate disaster preparedness among nurses of a hospital in Ankara, Turkiye. Materials and Methods: The population of the descriptive study conducted between January-February 2024 consisted of 560 nurses working in Sincan Training and Research Hospital. The sample was determined as 165 participants with a 95% confidence interval and 5% margin of error (p=0.8, q=0.2, t=1.96, d=0.05) with reference to the table of sample sizes for α=0.05. Data were collected by face-to-face interview technique using “Socio-Demographic Data Form” and “Disaster Preparedness Scale”. Statistical significance level was accepted as p<0.05. Results: The average score of the nurses from the total \\\"Disaster Preparedness Scale\\\" was found to be 32.84±4.38 (min:22 max:47). The total score is slightly higher than average score, so it can be considered average. Analysis of the sub-dimensions of the “Disaster Preparedness Scale” revealed the following mean scores: Disaster Physical Protection: 12.56±2.18 (min:8 max:18), Disaster Planning: 6.81±1.60 (min:3 max:12) Disaster Relief: 8.90±1.62 (min:3 max:12), and Disaster Warning Systems: 4.58±1.20 (min:2 max:8). Conclusion: According to the research, significant differences were observed among nurses based on age, marital status, number of children, income level, professional experience, and disaster preparedness. Increased professional experience was linked to higher levels of disaster awareness and preparedness. To enhance their roles as educators and practitioners in promoting health and guiding society, it is recommended to expand applied in-service training programs for nurses. Key Words: Disaster Preparedness, Nurse, Hospital
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