Rheumatology nurses’ knowledge and practices on pain management

Objective: Nurses have important responsibilities in providing effective pain management. This study was conducted to determine the level of knowledge and practices of rheumatology nurses regarding pain management. Methods: A descriptive study sample was 64 nurses in the rheumatology clinic. Data were collected using the Nurse Introduction Form and Questionnaire on Knowledge and Practices Regarding Pain Management. The data were evaluated in the SPSS. Results: It was determined that 73.4% of the rheumatology nurses did not receive training on pain management. The pain management knowledge score was moderate, and the knowledge of non-pharmacological pain management was insufficient. The mean pain management self-confidence score was 6.03±2.01 (0-10), and a positive correlation was found between the graduation year, working years in rheumatology, and pain management knowledge score (P