Improving Nurse Self-Efficacy in Caring for Critical Care Obstetric Patients

Abstract

Few studies have examined the experiences of critical care nurses in caring for critically ill obstetric patients; however, preliminary evidence indicates low self-efficacy among nurses. This quasi-experimental pre-/posttest study explored changes in self-efficacy after the provision of real-time education to critical care nurses. There was an increase in self-reported scores after participation in the professional development program, showing that a single education session has an impact on nursing perceived self-efficacy in the care of this patient population. [ J Contin Educ Nurs . 2023;54(5):208–215.]