Assessing the Knowledge, Attitude, and Perception on Electronic System among Nurses: A Study Conducted at Pantang Hospital
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Attitude, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Information Technology, Knowledge, Nurses, PerceptionAbstract
This study was conducted to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of healthcare personnel regarding electronic systems at Pantang Hospital. The researchers employed a comprehensive literature review, gathering relevant data from academic journals, government reports, and international databases to inform the survey design. Data collection was carried out using a pretested questionnaire in English, ensuring credibility, validity, and reliability. The research adopted a cross-sectional study design and was set in Pantang Hospital, with a total of 30 respondents participating. The questionnaire collected information on the respondents’ socio-demographic characteristics, their knowledge of electronic systems, their attitudes towards these health systems, and their perceptions of using electronic systems in the healthcare setting. The collected data were analysed and presented using tables, pie charts, and bar charts. The findings indicated that most nurses were more accustomed to paper-based systems and encountered difficulties using the electronic system, resulting in frequent errors. As a result, the researchers recommended continuous orientation and training to help healthcare personnel become proficient with the system and utilise it effectively.
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