Assessment Of Nurses' Knowledge About Ethical And Legal Issues Of Mental Health Nursing At Psychiatric Teaching Hospitals

Abstract

This study aims to assess nurses' knowledge about ethical and legal issues in mental health nursing at psychiatric teaching hospitals. Ethical and legal considerations play a crucial role in the provision of mental healthcare, ensuring patient rights, and maintaining professional standards. Evaluating nurses' knowledge in this domain helps identify gaps and areas for improvement. The study utilized a cross-sectional design, collecting data through a questionnaire specifically designed to assess nurses' knowledge of ethical and legal issues in mental health nursing. The sample consisted of nurses working in psychiatric teaching hospitals. Data analysis involved descriptive statistics and inferential tests to examine the relationship between demographic variables and nurses' knowledge.