Nurses' Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviours Related to Eye Care in the ICU

One of the most recent guidelines on eye care in intensive care patients has been published by The Royal College of Ophthalmologists and the Intensive Care Society. However, there are reported deficiencies in the widespread use of these guidelines in practice. The aim of this study is to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours of nurses working in intensive care units regarding evidence-based approaches to eye care.

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Key information

Conditions

Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice Behavior

Age range

18 year–60 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Istanbul University

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

Comparative studies indicate that insufficient knowledge about eye care among intensive care unit nurses is common. However, knowledge does not necessarily translate into adherence to clinical practice guidelines, as acceptable knowledge levels may still be associated with inadequate clinical practice. Studies have reported that nurses' knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to eye care in ICUs are inadequate or only moderate in many settings. One study found that only 0.7% of nurses had sufficient knowledge about eye care, while approximately 25.7% demonstrated adequate clinical practice.19 These findings highlight the need for targeted educational programmes addressing gaps in knowledge, attitudes, and practices. Interventional studies further show that guideline-based education can markedly improve nurses' knowledge, reducing inadequate knowledge from 65% before training to 5.4% after education. Regular and repeated educational interventions are therefore recommended to sustain safe eye care practices.

Who can participate

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Working at the intensive care unit

Exclusion criteria

Not working in the intensive care unit

Treatment and study plan

Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviours

Other

The questions prepared using a semi-structured questionnaire developed through a literature review were administered to the participants

Primary outcomes

Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviours of Eye Care

Time frame: At the begining of the study

Participants' knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding eye care were assessed using 19 questions developed based on a literature review. There is no point. Every question' true rate was taken.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Istanbul University

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Registry information

Official study title

Exploring Nurses' Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviours Related to Eye Care in the Intensive Care Unit: An International Survey

Important dates

Study start: 2025
Primary completion: 2025
Study completion: 2026
First posted: Feb 17, 2026
Registry last updated: May 7, 2026

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