J Pediatr Health Care. 2025 Jan 3:S0891-5245(24)00395-X. doi: 10.1016/j.pedhc.2024.12.002. Online ahead of print.
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND: Primary care physicians (PCPs) and nurse practitioners play a key role in guiding caregivers on early peanut protein (PP) introduction, yet many lack adequate knowledge.
AIM STATEMENT: This quality improvement study aimed to enhance understanding among PCPs and caregivers about evidence-based guidelines for early PP introduction in infants’ diets.
METHODS: Using the Stetler Model, PCP knowledge was evaluated through pre-test, educational video and some posttest material. Caregivers completed the Patient Education Materials Assessment Tool (PEMAT) survey after reviewing an educational handout RESULTS: The N = 22 PCPs pre-education test score had an average of 61.11% and noted N = 21 PCPs posteducation test score average to increase to 84.09%. The N = 68 caregivers completed the PEMAT survey, with results indicating enhanced caregiver knowledge. Infant participation in PP introduction was tracked, alongside ingestion frequency.
CONCLUSIONS: Findings in this study underscore the value of education in fostering proactive counseling and informed practices in clinical settings.
PMID:39755973 | DOI:10.1016/j.pedhc.2024.12.002
