Assistant Professor of Gerontological Nursing. Asking Almighty God to enfold the deceased in His vast mercy and to inspire his family and loved ones with patience and solace.
Prof. Dr. Fatma Roshdy Mohamed, Dean of the Faculty, the Vice Deans, faculty members, the Secretary-General of the Faculty, and staff members mourn with profound sorrow and grief the passing of the son of Dr. Heba Mohamed Fahmy,
Knowledge, attitude and readiness toward telehealth among nursing staff: a cross sectional study
Research Abstract
Abstract
Background Telehealth has emerged as a promising solution for improving global healthcare delivery by leveraging
telecommunications and information technology in remote nursing practice.
Objectives This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and readiness of nursing staff toward telehealth.
Methods A cross-sectional study design was employed, conducted across three hospitals affiliated with Assiut
University: El-Rajehy, Al Orman, and the Neurology and Psychiatry Hospital. A convenience sample of 250 staff nurses
participated in the study. Data were collected using four tools: a demographic and work-related characteristics
questionnaire, the Health Professionals’ Knowledge toward Telemedicine Technology scale, the Health Professionals’
Attitude toward Telemedicine Technology scale, and the Telehealth Readiness Assessment Tool (TRA).
Results The study identified a significant positive correlation between nurses’ knowledge and their attitude and
readiness for telehealth. Multiple regression analysis revealed that knowledge was a significant predictor of both
attitude and readiness. Nurses with good knowledge demonstrated a higher proportion of positive attitudes (47.8%)
compared to those with poor knowledge (2.7%). Notably, nurses with poor knowledge were more likely to report low
readiness for telehealth (58.0%) compared to those with good knowledge (26.8%).
Conclusions These findings highlight the critical role of knowledge in shaping nurses’ attitudes and readiness for
telehealth. Nurses with higher levels of knowledge were more likely to exhibit positive attitudes and higher readiness
for telehealth implementation. Based on these results, it is essential to develop and implement comprehensive
educational programs to enhance nursing staff’s knowledge and attitudes toward telehealth.
Keywords Attitude, Knowledge, Readiness, Telehealth, Nursing staff
Research Date
Research Department
Research Journal
BMC Medical Education
Research Member
Research Pages
1-10
Research Publisher
BioMed Central
Research Rank
Q1
Research Vol
1
Research Website
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-025-07921-1
Research Year
2025
Congratulations on the acceptance of the Master's thesis. The Faculty of Nursing – Assiut University extends its sincere congratulations to researcher Israa Abdel-Nasser Mahmoud Aliwa,
Nursing Specialist at the Technical Institute of Nursing at Assiut University, on the occasion of discussing her Master's thesis entitled: "Impact of Toxic Workplace Environment on Stress, Psychological Wellbeing and Depression among Nurses Trauma at Assiut University Hospital" Supervision and Discussion Committee:
- Prof. Dr. Nadia Ibrahim Sayed – Professor of Psychiatric Nursing and Mental Health, Faculty of Nursing - Assiut University (Supervisor representative)
- Prof. Dr. Ekram Ibrahim Mohamed – Professor of Psychiatric Nursing and Mental Health, Faculty of Nursing - Assiut University (Internal Examiner)
- Dr. Sanaa Mostafa Khalifa – Assistant Professor of Psychiatric Nursing and Mental Health, Faculty of Nursing - Sohag University (External Examiner)
- Dr. Azza Mohamed Abdel-Aziz – Lecturer of Psychiatric Nursing and Mental Health, Faculty of Nursing - Assiut University (Supervisor representative) With best wishes for continued success and progress in her academic and research path. #Faculty_of_Nursing_Media_Assiut_University
Congratulations on the acceptance of the Master's thesis. The Faculty of Nursing – Assiut University extends its sincere congratulations to researcher Amal Mohamed Bayoumi, Maternity and Childhood Nursing Specialist at the Directorate of Health Affairs,
, on the occasion of the acceptance of her Master's thesis entitled: "Knowledge and Attitudes of Pregnant Women about Triple Elimination of Mother-Child Transmission (HIV, Syphilis and Hepatitis B) in Assiut Governorate" Supervision and Discussion Committee:
- Prof. Dr. Shokreya Adly Labib – Professor of Community Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing - Assiut University (Supervisor representative)
- Dr. Safaa Rabie Osman – Assistant Professor of Community Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing - Assiut University (Supervisor representative)
- Dr. Egla Mohamed Amin – Assistant Professor of Community Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing - Minia University (External Examiner)
- Dr. Walaa Hassan Abdel-Fattah – Assistant Professor of Community Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing - Assiut University (Internal Examiner) With our best wishes for continued success and progress in her scientific and research journey. #Faculty_of_Nursing_Media_Assiut_University
Announcement to attend a seminar entitled: "The Research Journey in International Publishing".
Delta University for Science and Technology is holding its International Conference entitled: ("The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Society in the Fields of Education, Health, Energy, Industry, and Economy", held on Saturday, November 21, 2026,
Prof. Dr. Fatma Roshdy, Dean of the Faculty of Nursing – Assiut University, inaugurates the Faculty Council meeting No. (166) held on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. In the presence of the Council Chairman,
Vice Deans, department heads, unit representatives, and external civil society representatives. The council approved the following:
- The approval of the professorship committee consisting of Prof. Dr. Magda Ahmed Mohamed, Professor in the Medical-Surgical Nursing Department; Prof. Dr. Sohra Zaky Azer, Professor in the Medical-Surgical Nursing Department; and Prof. Dr. Samia Youssef Sayed, Professor in the Medical-Surgical Nursing Department, on the appointment of Dr. Ghada Hassan Ahmed, Assistant Professor in the department, to the rank of Professor, based on the decision of the Scientific Committee for Promotions to the ranks of Professors and Assistant Professors in Nursing dated June 8, 2026, stating that her submitted scientific production qualifies her to obtain the rank of Professor in Medical-Surgical Nursing at the Faculty of Nursing – Assiut University.
- The approval of the Nursing Administration Department council session No. (188) held on June 1, 2026, regarding the appointment of Demonstrator Amr Abdel-Rahman Mohamed as an Assistant Lecturer in the department.
- The approval of the Pediatric Nursing Department council session No. (194) held on June 2, 2026, regarding the appointment of Demonstrator Mohamed Mofty Sobra as an Assistant Lecturer in the department, having been awarded his Master's degree in Pediatric Nursing on May 20, 2026.
The council also discussed various topics regarding department councils and different sectors within the faculty
The Critical Care and Emergency Nursing Department at the Faculty of Nursing – Assiut University organizes a scientific workshop entitled: ("The Research Journey in International Publishing").
. Under the patronage of: Prof. Dr. Ahmed El-Menshawy – President of Assiut University; Prof. Dr. Gamal Badr – Vice President for Graduate Studies and Research; Prof. Dr. Fatma Roshdy Mohamed – Dean of the Faculty of Nursing; and Prof. Dr. Ekram Ibrahim Mohamed – Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research. The workshop was lectured by: Prof. Dr. Ahmed Mohamed Abbas – Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University Prof. Dr. Mohamed Fathy Mostafa – Professor of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University The workshop addressed the most important practical steps for preparing scientific research according to international standards, mechanisms for selecting appropriate scientific journals for publication, and the requirements of international publishing, contributing to enhancing the quality of scientific research and increasing publishing opportunities in prestigious scientific journals. The workshop witnessed a distinguished attendance from faculty members, assistant staff, and postgraduate students, along with fruitful scientific interaction from the attendees. At the conclusion of the workshop, the Critical Care and Emergency Nursing Department honored: Prof. Dr. Fatma Roshdy Mohamed – Dean of the Faculty of Nursing. Prof. Dr. Ekram Ibrahim Mohamed – Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research. Prof. Dr. Ahmed Mohamed Abbas – Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University. Prof. Dr. Mohamed Fathy Mostafa – Professor of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University. Prof. Dr. Mona Aly Mohamed – Professor of Critical Care and Emergency Nursing. Prof. Dr. Magda Mohamed Mehanny – Professor of Critical Care and Emergency Nursing. This was in appreciation of their distinguished efforts and effective scientific contributions to the success of the workshop and achieving its goals. The Critical Care and Emergency Nursing Department extends its sincere thanks and appreciation to all attendees and participants, wishing everyone continued success and prosperity.
