Self-reported competences among radiographers in handling hypersensitivity reactions caused by intravenous injection of contrast agents in Denmark: A cross-sectional study

IF 2.8 Q2 RADIOLOGY, NUCLEAR MEDICINE & MEDICAL IMAGING

Radiography Pub Date : 2025-09-27 DOI:10.1016/j.radi.2025.103163

J.S. Böhlers , E.O. Christensen , V.M. Hede , K.M. Jensen , S.H. Hansen

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Abstract

Introduction

Radiographers have limited experience in handling hypersensitivity reactions. These reactions are rare, and radiographers may feel less competent in handling such reactions. The aim of this study was to map out radiographers' assessment of their own competences in handling hypersensitivity reactions, and to study their potential need for optimization of competences.

Methods

A cross-sectional questionnaire study with the participation of Diagnostic imaging departments at two university and five regional hospitals. A total of 720 healthcare staff members received a link to a 14-item questionnaire via email, intranet or local newsletter.

Results

The response rate was 31 % (n = 224/720) of which 92 % (n = 205) were radiographers. 195 had encountered hypersensitivity reactions. 188 of those had experienced minor hypersensitivity reactions and 91 had experienced severe hypersensitivity reactions. The statement “I feel confident/competent in handling hypersensitivity reactions” showed that 38 % strongly agreed, 39 % somewhat agreed, 18 % somewhat disagreed, and 6 % strongly disagreed. A total of 144 radiographers wished to be more competent in handling hypersensitivity reactions and 99 believed there was a need for optimization of competences in their departments. 111 provided suggestions for competence development and maintenance.

Conclusion

Implementation or optimization of education and training of radiographers in the management of hypersensitivity reactions in clinical practice should be considered.

Implications for practice

Providing radiographers with education and training in the management of hypersensitivity reactions will lead to better patient care in cases of hypersensitivity.

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丹麦放射技师处理静脉注射造影剂引起的超敏反应的自我报告能力：一项横断面研究

放射技师处理超敏反应的经验有限。这些反应是罕见的，放射技师可能会觉得处理这些反应的能力较差。本研究旨在了解放射技师对自身处理超敏反应能力的评估，并研究他们优化能力的潜在需要。方法采用横断面问卷调查法，对2所大学和5所地区医院的影像诊断科进行调查。共有720名医护人员通过电子邮件、内联网或当地通讯收到了一份14项问卷的链接。结果应答率为31% (n = 224/720)，其中放射技师占92% （n = 205）。195人有过敏反应。其中188人有轻微过敏反应，91人有严重过敏反应。在“我有信心/有能力处理超敏反应”的陈述中，38%的人非常同意，39%的人有点同意，18%的人有点不同意，6%的人非常不同意。共有144名放射技师希望能更有能力处理超敏反应，99名认为有需要优化所属部门的能力。111对能力发展和维持提出了建议。结论在临床实践中，应考虑实施或优化对放射技师的超敏反应管理教育和培训。对实践的启示：对放射技师进行超敏反应管理方面的教育和培训，将有助于对超敏反应患者进行更好的护理。

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Radiography RADIOLOGY, NUCLEAR MEDICINE & MEDICAL IMAGING-

CiteScore

4.70

自引率

34.60%

发文量

169

审稿时长

63 days

期刊介绍： Radiography is an International, English language, peer-reviewed journal of diagnostic imaging and radiation therapy. Radiography is the official professional journal of the College of Radiographers and is published quarterly. Radiography aims to publish the highest quality material, both clinical and scientific, on all aspects of diagnostic imaging and radiation therapy and oncology.