Questionnaire about Perianesthesia Nurses for Anesthesiologists, Nurses, and Surgeons

Abstract

Perianesthesia Nurses（PANs）are popular nationwide. However, there is no unified definition of a PAN. A questionnaire was conducted for anesthesiologists, operating room nurses, and surgeons to perform subsequent tasks as PANs. Three-hundred fifty seven people were enrolled in the study. The overall response rate was 69%. Eighty-seven percent agreed with current PAN activities. However, the questionnaire revealed that 78% of surgeons were not familiar with current PAN activities. Fifty seven percent of surgeons, 72% of anesthesiologists, and 76% of nurses reported that they are bothered by PAN’s medical practices. In order to perform tasks as PANs, it will be necessary to further evaluate the questionnaire and use the results to improve daily activities.