Nurses' Knowledge of Initiating Mechanical Ventilation in ICUs

To assess intensive care unit (ICU) nurses' knowledge regarding initiation of mechanical ventilation and associated nursing procedures in hospitals of a southern in Iraq.

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Key information

Conditions

Nurses' Knowledge Regarding Initiating Mechanical Ventilation and Nursing Procedures Pathologic Processes Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Respiration Disorders Respiratory Aspiration Respiratory Tract Diseases

Age range

21 year–45 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

University of Misan

Amarah, Misan, 62001, Iraq

About this study

: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted from November 20, 2024, to July 15, 2025, among 152 nurses in adult ICUs of four major governmental hospitals. A purposive sample was selected. Data were collected using a structured, self-administered questionnaire with 20 multiple-choice items covering indications for mechanical ventilation, nursing procedures (pre-, intra-, post-ventilation), prevention of ventilator-associated complications, weaning, and monitoring. Knowledge scores were categorized as Poor (0.00-0.33), Moderate (0.34-0.66), and Good (0.67-1.00). Content validity was reviewed by 11 critical care nursing experts, and reliability was confirmed (Cronbach's α = 0.81).

Who can participate

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

Inclusion criteria

A non-probability purposive sampling technique was used to recruit nurses who met the inclusion criteria, namely having at least one year of ICU experience and direct involvement in the care of mechanically ventilated patients.

Exclusion criteria

The nurses who have less than 1 year in ICU, as well as they were refused participant in study.

Treatment and study plan

Assessment of Nurses' Knowledge Regarding Initiating Mechanical Ventilation and Nursing Procedures

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Data were collected using a structured, self-administered questionnaire with 20 multiple-choice items covering indications for mechanical ventilation, nursing procedures (pre-, intra-, post-ventilation), prevention of ventilator-associated complications, weaning, and monitoring.

Other names: A Cross-Sectional Study

Primary outcomes

Assessment of Nurses' Knowledge Regarding Initiating Mechanical Ventilation and Nursing Procedures in ICUs: A Cross-Sectional Study

Time frame: The overall study period extended from November 20, 2024, to July 15, 2025. Data collection was conducted after obtaining ethical approval, between March 25, 2025, and July 15, 2025.

A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted from November 20, 2024, to July 15, 2025, among 152 nurses in adult ICUs of four major governmental hospitals. A purposive sample was selected

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Aqeel Azeez Arrar

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Registry information

Official study title

Assessment of Nurses' Knowledge Regarding Initiating Mechanical Ventilation and Nursing Procedures in Intensive Care Units : A Cross-Sectional Study

Acronym: ICU-MV-KNOW

Important dates

Study start: 2024
Primary completion: 2025
Study completion: 2025
First posted: Apr 16, 2026
Registry last updated: Apr 16, 2026

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