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Background: The information on knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) related to aphasia among Chinese healthcare workers is scarce. This study aimed to assess the KAP related to aphasia among Chinese healthcare workers, and to identify associated sociodemographic factors.
Methods: An online cross-sectional survey was distributed to tertiary hospitals in Anhui Province, China. Data were collected from April to July 2023 from a total of 119 full-time healthcare workers-comprising doctors, nurses, and therapists-in neurology, rehabilitation, and other aphasia-related departments. KAP scores were the primary metrics, with frequencies and proportions calculated. Mann-Whitney U and Kruskal-Wallis H tests (P <.05) were employed to examine associations between KAP scores and sociodemographic variables.
Results: Participants generally displayed adequate knowledge (mean score: 6.94 ± 0.76), positive attitudes (56.05 ± 6.82), and acceptable practices (13.79 ± 4.60) towards aphasia. Notable gaps were identified in specialized training, personalized treatment strategies, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Sociodemographic factors, such as education, gender, and occupation, were found to correlate with attitudes and practices but not with knowledge. Specifically, males, individuals in rehabilitation departments, and those with doctoral degrees had better KAP scores.
Conclusions: This inaugural KAP survey on aphasia in China illuminates both the strengths and weaknesses in the current state of aphasia care. Future interventions should focus on targeted strategies that take into account both sociodemographic factors and the gaps identified to optimize aphasia management in China.
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