The Impact of Web-Based Education on Nurses' Preparedness for Fire Disasters in Hospitals

Abstract

Objective: This study investigates the effectiveness of web-based education in enhancing nurses’ readiness and response capabilities for managing fire-related emergencies within hospital settings.

Method: The research employed a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test and post-test control group structure. A total of 100 participants were selected through convenience sampling. Data collection involved a preparedness questionnaire, which demonstrated strong internal consistency with a Cronbach’s Alpha of 0.828. Paired t-tests were used to analyze the data, aiming to evaluate changes in nurses’ preparedness levels before and after the web-based educational intervention.

Results: The findings demonstrated that web-based education had a significant positive effect on nurses' preparedness for hospital fire emergencies. Analysis using the paired t-test showed a statistically significant improvement within the intervention group (p = 0.001). Additionally, the independent t-test comparing post-test scores between the intervention and control groups also yielded a significant result (p = 0.001), indicating a measurable difference attributable to the educational intervention.

Conclusion: Web-based education significantly enhances nurses' preparedness in effectively responding to fire emergencies within hospital settings, highlighting its value as a practical and accessible training method for emergency readiness.