Rachid Lotfi1,2* , Hind Bel Amgharia1,2 , Mourad Chikhaoui2,3 , Abdeslam El Kardoudi1,2 , Fatiha Chi Primary Author mixed material bibliography University Sultan Moulay Slima University Sultan Moulay Slimane 2025 monographic 2 en English

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File Jurnal PDF Nurses are essential in early detection, education, symptom management, treatment administration, and care coordination for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). This role requires both theoretical and practical knowledge. This study evaluates the knowledge level among nurses regarding multiple sclerosis in Morocco. We conducted this crosssectional study on 326 nurses in Morocco using a purposive sampling method, which involves selecting nursing specialties that have direct contact with patients with MS, aiming to target the most relevant professionals for the study. The data are collected using an anonymous questionnaire distributed individually to participants. We opted for multivariable logistic regression models to analyze the data. The results highlighted a significant deficit in nurses’ knowledge of MS. Only 28.8% recognized it as a chronic disease, while nearly half identified it as autoimmune, inflammatory, or neurodegenerative. Commonly reported symptoms included sphincter abnormalities (56.4%), visual disorders (44%), spasticity (27.6%), sexual problems (26%), and cognitive issues (23.9%). Concerning risk factors, 46% attributed MS primarily to genetics, while 40% were unaware of any factors. Nearly half (47%) believed MS therapy is symptomatic, and only 33% were familiar with disease-modifying therapies (DMTs). 90% of nurses lacked continuous MS training. The study found significant associations between nurses’ knowledge and variables such as department of work (p = 0.045), gender (p = 0.041), and profile (p = 0.039). Lack of knowledge about MS may negatively influence early diagnosis and management of MS. To address this issue, we recommend improving the foundational training of healthcare professionals and introducing continuous education programs. ebook U.P.T Perpustakaan STIKes Buana Husada Ponorogo ebook02 Assessment of Nurses’ Knowledge of Multiple Sclerosis in Morocco 1826 2026-07-21 09:20:28 2026-07-21 09:20:28 machine generated