WORLD JOURNAL OF ADVANCE
HEALTHCARE RESEARCH

Rashid Chand* and Dr. Shakti Singh Soni

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Safe blood transfusion is vital in healthcare, and nursing students must develop strong knowledge and attitudes to ensure patient safety. Errors in transfusion can have severe consequences, emphasizing the need for effective education. Method: This cross-sectional study assessed 60 third- and fourth-year nursing students in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan. A structured questionnaire evaluated their demographics, knowledge of transfusion protocols, and attitudes towards transfusion safety. Data were analyzed using SPSS with Chi-square tests for associations between demographic factors and knowledge/attitudes. Results: 50% of students had moderate knowledge, 30% good, and 20% poor. Attitudes were also varied, with 46.67% moderate, 28.33% good, and 25% poor. No significant demographic associations were found between knowledge and attitude. Conclusion: Nursing students exhibited moderate knowledge and attitudes toward transfusion safety. Continuous education and simulation training are essential to improving their competencies. Further research should focus on enhancing educational strategies to improve transfusion safety.