ASSESSMENTOFNURSES’KNOWLEDGEINTHEEARLY DETECTIONANDMANAGEMENTOFACUTEKIDNEY INJURYINLAUTECHTEACHINGHOSPITALOGBOMOSO OYOSTATE.

Introduction: Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a worldwide and serious condition. It increases the length of hospital stay, mortality rate, and cost for both patients and the health care system. Health care professionals with adequate knowledge support the system by controlling and preventing of risk factors. Aim: To assess the level of knowledge of nurses on the early detection and management of AKI in LAUTECH teaching hospital, Ogbomosho, Oyo state. Method: A quantitative descriptive cross sectional research design was adopted for the study using a simple random technique to select 140 nurses. A self-administered questionnaire was used get information from the respondents. Data collected were analysed and presented using Descriptive and inferential statistics on Statistical product and service solution (SPSS) version 25 at 0.05 level of significance. Result: The results are indicating that nurses are generally demonstrating a good level of knowledge in early identification of AKI, displaying a strong understanding of the symptoms associated with AKI, and showcasing a positive level of awareness regarding factors that may hinder nurses' recognition of AKI. Additionally, they exhibit a good level of knowledge and awareness concerning key aspects of AKI management. Recommendation: Health care institutions should prioritize continuous education and training programs for nurses in the field of AKI. Hospitals and Health care facilities should establish standardized AKI screening and management protocols and also develop educational materials and resources to support nurses in educating patients and their families about AKI.