Descriptive analysis reveals critical care nurses show moderate competence in chest tube management, suggesting urgent need for educational interventions.
Key Points
Moderate competence was observed in chest tube management among critical care nurses.
Out of 120 nurses, the mean competence score achieved was 57.3, with 30% demonstrating low competence.
Descriptive cross-sectional analysis evaluated nurses' skills using an 18-item competence-based tool.
Educational interventions are essential for enhancing patients' care and safety in critical settings.