Knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of medical staff toward behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) in medical institutions in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region - Summary - MDSpire
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Knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of medical staff toward behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) in medical institutions in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
To assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of medical staff in Xinjiang concerning behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) and to identify associated influencing factors.
Approach:
Study Design: A cross-sectional survey was conducted using a convenience sampling approach across 13 medical institutions in Xinjiang from December 2024 to January 2025.
Key Findings:
Among 713 valid responses, psychiatric medical staff had significantly higher knowledge scores than non-psychiatric staff (β = 2.548, P < 0.001), with no significant differences in attitude or practice scores.
Interpretation:
Young psychiatric medical staff demonstrate better understanding of BPSD knowledge, indicating a need for targeted professional training.
Limitations:
The study was limited to medical staff in Xinjiang, which may not represent other regions.
The cross-sectional design limits the ability to infer causality.
Conclusion:
Targeted professional training is essential for improving the understanding of BPSD among medical staff.
