Table 4 Comparison of nurses’ and patients’ perception of patient dignity
From: Comparing nurses’ and patients’ perceptions of dignity in burn care: a cross-sectional study
Items and dimensions | Nurse | Patient | P-value* |
|---|---|---|---|
Mean ± SD | Mean ± SD | ||
1. Obtaining patient consent before interventions | 4.6 ± 0.57 | 4.38 ± 0.92 | 0.037 |
2. Knocking before entering patient rooms | 3.63 ± 1.08 | 2.64 ± 1.12 | < 0.001 |
3.Maintaining patient privacy before procedures | 4.52 ± 0.67 | 4.30 ± 0.96 | 0.049 |
4. Not sharing patient information without consent | 4.59 ± 0.70 | 4.46 ± 0.71 | 0.178 |
5. Ensuring privacy during patient discussions | 4.55 ± 0.62 | 4.20 ± 0.76 | < 0.001 |
6. Covering unnecessary body parts during procedures | 4.51 ± 0.76 | 3.28 ± 1.44 | < 0.001 |
Total privacy dimension | 26.42 ± 2.81 | 23.27 ± 3.46 | < 0.001 |
7. Providing information to facilitate patient decisions | 4.17 ± 0.79 | 4.40 ± 1.00 | 0.040 |
8. Giving patients decision-making rights | 4.20 ± 0.81 | 4.24 ± 0.95 | 0.634 |
9. Involving patients in care activities | 3.97 ± 0.98 | 3.35 ± 1.09 | < 0.001 |
10. Allowing patient independence in daily activities | 4.26 ± 0.75 | 4.10 ± 0.97 | 0.160 |
11. Respecting patient opinions and preferences | 3.90 ± 0.96 | 4.15 ± 0.79 | 0.020 |
12. Supporting patient self-care independence | 4.05 ± 0.89 | 4.50 ± 0.83 | < 0.001 |
Total autonomy dimension | 24.57 ± 3.83 | 24.76 ± 3.46 | 0.715 |
13. Speaking politely and respectfully to patients | 4.61 ± 0.54 | 4.76 ± 0.46 | 0.036 |
14. Providing individualized patient care | 4.32 ± 0.69 | 4.46 ± 0.67 | 0.178 |
15. Referring to patients by last name during team discussions | 4.33 ± 0.76 | 4.70 ± 0.73 | < 0.001 |
16. Promptly assisting patients when needed | 4.54 ± 0.69 | 4.52 ± 0.84 | 0.751 |
17. Providing a quiet environment for rest | 4.26 ± 0.83 | 4.30 ± 1.01 | 0.719 |
18. Ensuring access to proper sanitary facilities | 4.33 ± 0.66 | 4.52 ± 0.73 | 0.047 |
19. Respecting patient’s background and beliefs | 4.65 ± 0.56 | 4.90 ± 0.31 | < 0.001 |
20. Treating patients respectfully regardless of status | 4.72 ± 0.52 | 4.89 ± 0.36 | 0.006 |
21. Providing suitable clothing for hospitalized patients | 4.58 ± 0.59 | 4.46 ± 0.83 | 0.297 |
22. Establishing coordination to prevent patient delays | 4.29 ± 0.64 | 4.23 ± 0.72 | 0.596 |
23. Providing facilities for patient companion comfort | 4.03 ± 0.90 | 2.90 ± 1.21 | < 0.001 |
24. Attending to patient requests where possible | 4.32 ± 0.70 | 4.46 ± 0.72 | 0.194 |
Total respect dimension | 53.04 ± 5.11 | 53.14 ± 4.42 | 0.927 |
25. Introducing self to patients upon first meeting | 4.44 ± 0.69 | 3.15 ± 1.44 | < 0.001 |
26. Orienting patients to ward personnel and environment | 4.32 ± 0.73 | 3.19 ± 1.29 | < 0.001 |
27. Communicating based on individual patient personality | 4.29 ± 0.73 | 3.76 ± 0.95 | < 0.001 |
28. Interacting cheerfully and kindly with patients | 4.49 ± 0.64 | 4.67 ± 0.62 | 0.042 |
29. Listening patiently to patient concerns | 4.38 ± 0.66 | 4.48 ± 0.72 | 0.254 |
30. Providing clear and transparent answers | 4.33 ± 0.73 | 4.48 ± 0.75 | 0.111 |
31. Providing necessary patient education | 4.33 ± 0.69 | 4.13 ± 0.93 | 0.073 |
32. Explaining care procedures beforehand | 4.46 ± 0.68 | 3.28 ± 0.84 | < 0.001 |
33. Establishing appropriate communication with patient companions | 4.10 ± 0.86 | 4.35 ± 0.88 | 0.027 |
Total communication dimension | 39.17 ± 4.43 | 35.51 ± 5.36 | < 0.001 |
Total dignity score | 143.21 ± 13.29 | 136.70 ± 13.8 | 0.002 |