College of Science and Health Theses and Dissertations

Date of Award

Summer 8-20-2023

Degree Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Department

Nursing

Abstract

Purpose: Dural punctures can cause debilitating headaches known as post-dural puncture headaches (PDPHs). The sphenopalatine ganglion (SPG) block can be used to treat PDPHs. This study aimed to determine if an educational video and simulation focused on the SPG block for PDPHs increased nurse anesthesia trainees’ (NAT) knowledge of the SPG block and confidence in performing the block for PDPHs. Design: The study design utilized a one-group quasi experimental study with a pre-test and posttest to assess NATs’ knowledge of the SPG block and their confidence in the placement of the block. Methods: The design consisted of a pre-test, an educational intervention, including a video and hands-on simulation, and a post-test. The study took place in the Grainger Center for Simulation and Innovation at NorthShore University HealthSystem in Evanston, Illinois. Findings: A McNemar test revealed a statistically significant increase in knowledge from pretest to post-test scores following the intervention (test statistic= 59.211, p<0.001). The intervention was also successful in improving average confidence in performing the block from pre-test to post-test [(4% (n=1) versus 39% (n=9); (p<0.001)]. After the video and simulation, there was a significantly increased likelihood of utilizing the block in future practice [13% (n=3) to 78% (n=18); (p<0.001)]. Conclusion: Teaching NATs about the use and proper technique for placing a SPG block through an educational video and simulation increased NATs’ knowledge of the SPG block and confidence in performing the SPG block for PDPH.

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