Evaluating the Effectiveness of Sensitization Program on Prevention of Oxygen Wastage Among Staff Nurses – A Cross-Sectional Study

Authors

  • Rupika E
  • Rani P
  • Hemanth Kumar V R
  • Prakash Raju K N J
  • Kishore M F

Keywords:

awareness, medical oxygen, prevention of oxygen wastage, sensitization program, staff nurses

Abstract

Background: Medical oxygen is the only therapeutic resource, especially in acute and emergency care settings. However, inappropriate use and wastage remain a significant challenge due to limited awareness among healthcare providers.Aim: This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a sensitization program for staff nurses to raise awareness about the importance of medical oxygen, identify common causes of oxygen wastage, learn strategies to reduce oxygen wastage, and understand the significance of oxygen conservation.

Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in a tertiary care teaching hospital. A total of 203 staff nurses participated in the awareness program, who were directly involved in handling oxygen devices and managing oxygen administration to the patient. The study was conducted using pre-test and post-test methods. The pre-test was conducted with 15 validated Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs). The classroom program was conducted using PowerPoint presentations. The post-test was conducted with the same questionnaires following the session. The Paired T-test was used for statistical analysis.

Results: The mean scores of the pre-test and post-test were 7.49 ±2.39 and 12.43 ±2.18, before and after the implementation of the educational program, respectively.  Compared to the pre-test, the average post-test score was higher.  The statistical significance of the result is made clear by the p-value of p<0.001. The difference between the pre-test and post-test means is -4.93, with a 95% confidence interval between -5.26 and -4.61.

Conclusion: Conducting a sensitization program for the staff nurses regarding optimal oxygen utilization and prevention of oxygen wastage will save costs, enhance the quality of patient care, and decrease future demand and wastage

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2025-05-30

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E R, P R, Kumar V R H, Raju K N J P, M F K. Evaluating the Effectiveness of Sensitization Program on Prevention of Oxygen Wastage Among Staff Nurses – A Cross-Sectional Study. J Neonatal Surg [Internet]. 2025May30 [cited 2025Sep.21];14(28S):605-10. Available from: https://www.jneonatalsurg.com/index.php/jns/article/view/6798

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