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Nurses’ Self-Efficacy, Confidence and Interaction With Patients With COVID-19: A Cross-Sectional Study

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  07 January 2021

Loai Abu Sharour*
Affiliation:
Faculty of Nursing, AL-Zaytoonah University of Jordan (ZUJ), Amman, Jordan
Ayman Bani Salameh
Affiliation:
Faculty of Nursing, AL-Zaytoonah University of Jordan (ZUJ), Amman, Jordan
Khaled Suleiman
Affiliation:
Faculty of Nursing, AL-Zaytoonah University of Jordan (ZUJ), Amman, Jordan
Maha Subih
Affiliation:
Faculty of Nursing, AL-Zaytoonah University of Jordan (ZUJ), Amman, Jordan
Mamdouh EL-hneiti
Affiliation:
School of Nursing, University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
Mahmoud AL-Hussami
Affiliation:
School of Nursing, University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
Khloud Al Dameery
Affiliation:
Faculty of Nursing, Sultan Qaboos University, Al-khod, Sultanate of Oman
Omor Al Omari
Affiliation:
Faculty of Nursing, Sultan Qaboos University, Al-khod, Sultanate of Oman
*
Corresponding author: Loai Abu Sharour, Email: [email protected].
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Abstract

Objective:

The aim was to evaluate nurses’ self-efficacy, confidence, and nurse-patient interaction during caring of patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

Methods:

A cross-sectional design with online survey was used with a Self-efficacy scale, Self-confidence scale, and Caring nurse-patient interaction scale: 23-item Version-Nurse (CNPI-23 N).

Results:

A sample of 120 nurses participated in the current study. The results showed that the participants had a moderate level of self-efficacy, self-confidence and interaction (M = 28.84 (SD = 7.7), M = 47.41 (SD = 9.0), and M = 93.59 (SD = 16.3), respectively). Positive relationships were found between nurse’ self-efficacy, self-confidence, and nurse-patient interaction (r = 0.81; P < 0.0001 and 0.79; P < 0.0001, respectively). Significant differences were found in self-efficacy according to years of experience, academic qualifications and position (F = 2.10; P = 0.003; F = 3.60; P = 0.002, and F = 2.60; P =0.007, respectively). Furthermore, the results indicated that there was a significant difference in self-confidence and nurse-patient interaction also.

Conclusion:

Nurse educators and administrators should develop and implement further strategies, such as continuing education and training, compensatory payment, organizational support, and availability of protective measures to increase their self-efficacy, self-confidence, and interaction with COVID-19 patients.

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In December 2019, a highly infectious virus was identified by the scientists and experts in Wuhan, the capital of China’s Hubei province. This new coronavirus (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 [SARS-CoV-2], the cause of the disease called COVID-19) became an unexpected world health crisis and was classified by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a pandemic. Reference Garfin, Cohen Silver and Holman1 Currently (December 2020), more than 77 million patients have been diagnosed with COVID-19 worldwide and almost 1.7 million deaths have occurred, and numbers are expected to increase.

Patients with COVID-19 experience flu like symptoms, including sneezing, coughing, running nose, fever, general weakness, and difficulty in breathing. 2 The exponentially growing number of cases and deaths increase pressure on the health-care system in affected countries. Health-care workers (HCW) are also experiencing huge pressures. Reference Wang, Horby and Hayden3 At this moment, health-care professionals, including doctors, nurses, scientists, paramedics, laboratory staff, radiologists, physiotherapists, and microbiologists, around the world are struggling to manage the alarming increasing number of cases. Lack of knowledge about COVID-19 transmission, fear of outbreak, pressure from fearful family members, lack of adequate and available personal protective measures and equipment, and no clear curable treatment plan are major problems. Furthermore, HCWs are at high risk of infection because of the nature of their job, as they are physically very close to patients and in direct contact with them during medical assessment and intervention. Reference Lee and Sung4 This might affect their self-efficacy, confidence, and interaction with COVID-19 patients.

Nurse-patient interaction is a prominent factor playing an influential role in the patient experience of care provided by bedside nurses. Reference Evans5,Reference Sharac, McCrone and Sabes-Figuera6 It consists of the appropriate attitude and behaviors that cover the clinical, relational, and humanistic domains of nursing. The nurse-patient interaction was linked positively to the quality of nursing care, Reference Cardona-Morrell, Prgomet and Lake7,Reference Haugan, Moksnes and Løhre8 increasing the feeling of being cared for, Reference Cossette, Pepin and Côté9 and increasing patient involvement in the treatment plan, power, satisfaction, coping Reference Lechleitner10-Reference Prip, Møller and Nielsen12 and self-transcendence. Reference Haugan, Rannestad and Hammervold13

Self-efficacy is a well-known concept, it affects the nurses’ beliefs, actions and behaviors while caring for sick patients. Reference Cziraki, Read and Spence Laschinger14 Experts and scientists recognize self-efficacy as a powerful variable that affects the nurses’ motivation to care, thinking processes and decision making, prioritizing interventions, and encouraging them to continue caring for the patients despite difficulties and failure. Reference Henderson, Rowe and Watson15-Reference Hinz, Friedrich and Kuhnt18

Self-confidence is a powerful factor that influences rapid, appropriate, safe, and accurate nursing intervention in an emergency situation and also while caring for critically ill patients. Reference Kwak and Hur19 Nurses with higher levels of self-confidence show more competence in developing appropriate and safe interventions, making correct decisions, and providing patients with a better quality of care. Reference McCabe, Gilmartin and Goldsamt20

Caring for patients during a pandemic period, such as COVID-19, is a challenge for all health professionals, especially the nurses. To increase nurses’ abilities to provide optimal care to COVID-19 patients, it is important to evaluate their level of self-efficacy, confidence, and interaction. The results can be used by health-care administrators to develop strategies or modules to maximize these influential variables. This study was conducted to evaluate self-efficacy, self-confidence, and nurse-patient interaction during caring of patient with COVID-19 in Jordan.

Methods

A cross-sectional and correlational design was used with an on-line survey in the current study. After ethical approval was granted, the research team structured the on-line survey and double reviewed it before generating its link. Then, the link was uploaded on Facebook and distributed by the research team. Detailed information about study purpose, methods, and instructions to submit the questionnaire were provided at the beginning of the questionnaire. In addition, participants were informed that they were free to participate and withdraw anytime, no identification details were required, and that data would only be used for scientific purpose. Participants who met the inclusion criteria, that is being a Jordanian nurse, having access to the Internet, and working in hospitals, were invited to participate.

The Cohen (1998) formula was used in the current study to estimate the sample size. Cohen identified 3 levels of effect of sample size: small effect 0.20, medium effect 0.50, and large effect 0.80. Based on this classification, a medium effect of correlations between the study variables was used to guide the sample size calculation. Reference Reinard21 A sample of 115 nurses was estimated with an effect size of 0.5, alpha at 0.05, and a power of 0.80. However, a convenience sample of 120 nurses completed the study survey. Link to study survey was republished daily by the research team. Data were collected in a 3-wk period. After the data collection phase was completed, 2 researchers from the team printed out the questionnaires and entered the data into Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) (version 26); a third researcher re-checked the data entry for increased accuracy.

Measures

In addition to sociodemographic characteristics, including gender, age, position, marital status, academic qualifications, and years of experience, 3 instruments were used in the current study including:

Self-Confidence Scale (SCS): Contains 12 items with a 5-point Likert scale (1 = not confident; 2 = hardly confident; 3 = confident; 4 = very confident; and 5 = extremely confident), with the scores ranging between 12 and 60, and higher scores indicating more confidence. The scale was developed by Hicks in 2006; it was valid and reliable with Cronbach’s alpha 0.96. Reference Hicks22

Self-Efficacy Scale: It has 10 items with a 4-point Likert scale (1 = not at all true; 2 = hardly true; 3 = moderate true; and 4 = exactly true). The scores ranged between 10 and 40, higher scores indicating a high level of self-efficacy. The scale was developed by Schwarzer and Jerusalem and was a valid and reliable scale with a Cronbach’s alpha of 0.80. Reference Schwarzer, Jerusalem, Weinman, Wright and Johnston23

Caring Nurse-Patient Interaction Scale: 23-Item Version-Nurse (CNPI-23 N): The CNPI-23N is a short scale of 23 items with a 5-point Likert scale (1 = not at all to 5 = extremely). It reflects 4 main domains of nursing care, including humanistic care (4 items), relational care (7 items), clinical care (9 items), and comforting care (3 items). The scores range between 23 and 115, with higher scores indicating more interaction. The scale was valid and reliable with Alpha coefficients for the 4 domains also adequate (0.63 to 0.74, 0.90 to 0.92, 0.80 to 0.94, and 0.61 to 0.76, respectively). Reference Cossette, Cote and Pepin24

Analysis

Descriptive analysis including mean, standard deviation (SD), frequency, and percentage were performed. Pearson moment correlation (r) was used to explore the relationships between the study variables, including self-efficacy, self-confidence, and nurse-patient interaction. Differences in self-efficacy, self-confidence, and nurse-patient interaction according to the nurse’ academic qualifications, years of experience, gender, and positions were evaluated by using an analysis of variance (ANOVA) test. Data were analyzed by using SPSS (version 26).

Results

Sample Characteristics

A sample of 120 participants completed the study survey, around half of them were females (N = 64, 53.3%), a majority had a bachelor degree (N = 87, 72.5%) and were working as registered nurses (N = 105, 87.5%). Table 1 details these results.

Table 1. Sample characteristics (N = 120)

Nurses’ Self-Efficacy, Self-Confidence, and Nurse-Patient Interaction Domains

Mean and SD were calculated. The results showed that the participants had moderate self-efficacy (mean = 28.84, SD = 7.7) and self-confidence (mean = 47.41, SD = 9.0). High Humanistic Care and Comforting Care were reported (mean = 15.93, SD = 2.9; and mean = 12.93, SD = 2.4, respectively). The results are presented in Table 2.

Table 2. Mean and SD of study’s variables (N = 120)

Relationship Among Self-Efficacy, Self-Confidence, and Nurse-Patient Interaction

Pearson moment correlation (r) was used to explore the relationships among the study variables, including self-efficacy, self-confidence, and nurse-patient interaction. Significant positive relationships were found among self-efficacy, self-confidence, and total CNPI-23 N (r = 0.81, P < 0.0001; and r = 0.79, P < 0.0001, respectively). Table 3 details these results.

Table 3. Relationship between self-efficacy, self-confident, and nurse-patient interaction (N = 120)

** Correlation is significant at the 0.01 level (2-tailed).

Differences in Self-Efficacy, Self-Confidence, and Nurse-Patient Interaction According to the Participants’ Characteristics

Differences in the participants’ levels of self-efficacy, self-confidence, and nurse-patient interaction according to their years of experience, gender, academic qualifications, and current positions were calculated by using an ANOVA test. The results indicated that there was a significant difference in self-efficacy according to their years of experience, academic qualifications, and position (F = 2.10, P = 0.003; F = 3.60, P = 0.002; and F = 2.60, P = 0.007, respectively). Furthermore, the results indicated that there was a significant difference in self-confidence and nurse-patient interaction also. Table 4 details these results.

Table 4. Self-efficacy, self-confidence, and nurse-patient interaction by demographic characteristics of participants (N =120)

Discussion

The current study aimed to evaluate nurses’ self-efficacy, confidence, and nurse-patient interaction while caring for patients with COVID-19 in Jordan. In this study, Jordanian nurses showed good levels of self-efficacy, self-confidence, and nurse-patient interaction while treating these patients. COVID-19 nurse-patient interaction consists of 4 domains of nursing practice, including clinical care, relational care, humanistic care, and comforting care. These domains were maintained and provided by the Jordanian nurses in the current study. The results indicate that the nurses were willing to provide the appropriate care for the patients with COVID-19 and recognized the importance of nurse-patient interaction in this critical condition. A moderate level of nurse-patient interaction was reported in the current study. This moderate level could be explained by fear of contamination, family influence to avoid direct contact for a long time, and workplace environment such as number of assigned patients, available safety measures, and perceived level of knowledge about the pandemic. Reference Arbon, Ranse and Cusack25 These findings contradict 3 previous studies. First, in 2003, during the outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), many HCWs, such as doctors and nurses, were not willing to treat and interact with SARS patients. Reference Ruderman, Tracy and Bensimon26-Reference Hui28 Second. in Germany, HCWs, including doctors, nurses, medical students, and administrators, showed their intention to leave their job during the pandemic to protect themselves and their families. Reference Ehrenstein, Hanses and Salzberger29 Third, 50% of clinical and nonclinical HCWs were unwilling to work during the pandemic in the United States. Reference Balicer, Omer and Barnett30

In Jordan, many strategies were implemented to enhance HCWs especially nurses’ self-efficacy, self-confidence, and nurse-patient interaction during COVID-19 pandemic, including increasing their knowledge about the disease, continuing education and training, reinforcement of the positive attitudes, compensation payment, verbal and nonverbal expressions of thanks by the government and the public, availability of personal protective equipment (PPE), decreased workload and nurse-patient ratio, and continuing psychological support.

In Jordan, self-efficacy and self-confidence played a significant and influential role in increasing nurse-patient interaction during the COVID-19 pandemic. Self-efficacy was linked to the nurses’ positive attitude and health behaviors, such as interaction with the patients in different and difficult circumstance and conditions. Reference Schwarzer and Warner31 During the previous pandemic of SARS, nurse self-efficacy was identified as a main predictor and influential factor for nurses’ intention to care for and interact with patients with SARS in Taiwan. Reference Ko, Feng and Chiu32 Self-confidence has been associated with mastery of clinical skills and increased clinical proficiency and competency. Reference Powers and Reeve33 In the current study, Jordanian nurses showed self-confidence in treating and interacting with patients with COVID-19; this could be explained and linked to the preparation and training, availability of the protective measures, and organizational support. During the pandemic, a confident nurse could master his/her clinical skills, communicate and interact with the patients, and be able to respond to emerging situations properly and effectively. Reference Schwartz, Shapira and Bar-Dayan34

As frontline HCWs, workload during the pandemic is considered a challenge for the nurses and requires special and additional skills and knowledge. Results from the current study indicate that nurses with more years of experience, who had postgraduate degrees, and who worked as head nurses showed high levels of self-efficacy, self-confidence, and better interaction while caring for patients with COVID-19. These results are not surprising as the senior and highly educated nurses are more competent in using evidence-based practice, taking responsibility, controlling and coping with complex situations, working within the team effectively, having leadership roles, and maintaining the balance between the patients’ demands and HCWs’ health. Reference Hope, Massey and Osbourn35 During the influenza pandemic, American and Australian senior nurses showed more competence, confidence, and rapid response to the complex situations, coordination of care, and collaboration with other HCWs. Reference Hope, Massey and Osbourn35,Reference Barnett, Balicer and Thompson36

Two limitations in the current study include, first, a self-reporting questionnaire was used to evaluate the nurse-patient interaction. This might not be the best way to evaluate the actual interaction; future research can be conducted using different research methods, such as observation. Second, an online-survey was used in the current study due to quarantine conditions; this requires access to the Internet. Therefore, nurses with limited access to the Internet were unable to participate. Further research using a paper-based questionnaire is recommended.

Conclusions

Working during the pandemic and outbreak of COVID-19 is challenging and stressful for nurses. Increasing their self-efficacy and self-confidence will increase their interaction with and treatment of patients with COVID-19. Nurse educators and administrators should develop and implement further strategies, such as continuing education and training, compensation payment, organizational support, and availability of protective measures to improve their self-efficacy, self-confidence, and interaction with COVID-19 patients.

Acknowledgments

The authors thank the participants for their effort and time.

Conflict of Interest

There is no conflict of interest related to this research.

Footnotes

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This article has been amended since its original publication. See doi: https://doi.org/10.1017/dmp.2021.96.

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Table 1. Sample characteristics (N = 120)

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Table 2. Mean and SD of study’s variables (N = 120)

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Table 3. Relationship between self-efficacy, self-confident, and nurse-patient interaction (N = 120)

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Table 4. Self-efficacy, self-confidence, and nurse-patient interaction by demographic characteristics of participants (N =120)