A Study to Assess the Knowledge regarding Ventilator and it's Working Mechanism among DGNM II- and III-year Students in Sir Issac Newton School of Nursing at Pappakovil, Nagapattinam.

Abstract

Introduction: Mechanical ventilation is a vital therapeutic intervention used extensively in critical care settings for patients with respiratory failure or compromised airway function.

Aim: The main aim of the study to assess the knowledge of ventilators among DGNM II and III year students.

Methodology: This study used a quantitative, descriptive design to assess ventilator knowledge among 60 DGNM II- and III-year students at Sir Issac Newton School of Nursing. Participants were selected via simple random sampling based on age and willingness to participate. Data was collected through a self-administered questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics to determine knowledge levels.

Results: The results revealed that 31.7% of the students possessed adequate knowledge, while a majority, 66.6%, demonstrated a moderate level of knowledge. Only 1.7% of the participants exhibited inadequate knowledge regarding ventilators and their functioning.

Conclusion: The study concluded that a significant number of students had adequate knowledge, the majority had a moderate level of knowledge, and only a few had inadequate knowledge regarding ventilators and their working mechanism.