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ArticleRwanda journal of medicine and health sciences2026

Knowledge Enhancement on Cardiogenic Shock Following Self-Instructional Module among Rwandan Nurses: A Quasi-Experimental Study.

Ernestine Mukawitonze, Assumpta Yamuragiye, Abdullateef Isiaka Alagbonsi

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Ernestine MukawitonzeAnesthesia Department, School of Health Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Rwanda, Kigali, Rwanda.
Assumpta YamuragiyeAnesthesia Department, School of Health Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Rwanda, Kigali, Rwanda.
Abdullateef Isiaka AlagbonsiPhysiology Department, College of Medicine and Health Sciences University of Rwanda, Kigali, Rwanda.

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Background: Cardiogenic shock is a life-threatening condition requiring early recognition and immediate intervention. Nurses, often the first responders in hospitals and communities, need adequate knowledge to manage such emergencies effectively. This study assessed the effectiveness of a self-instructional module (SIM) in improving nurses' knowledge about cardiogenic shock at a level-two teaching hospital in Rwanda. Methods: A quasi-experimental design was used involving 113 nurses. Structured multiple-choice questionnaires were administered before and after exposure to the SIM. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 25, x Results: The study revealed a significant improvement in post-test scores following the SIM intervention. The proportion of nurses with adequate knowledge increased from 10.6% to 60.2%, while those with inadequate or moderate knowledge dropped from 32.7% to 4.4% (x Conclusion: The SIM proved to be an effective educational tool for enhancing nurses' knowledge of cardiogenic shock. Its implementation can be a valuable strategy for improving clinical preparedness among nursing staff.

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Cardiogenic shockMedical educationNursesPathophysiologySelf-instructional module

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PMCPMC13161711

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