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This study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitudes of nurses in these units regarding MDRPIs to identify gaps and inform preventive nursing practices.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"sec002\">\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This cross-sectional study was conducted between 15 November 2022 and 30 December 2022 in the surgical and intensive care units of a state hospital. Data were collected from 150 nurses using a structured questionnaire assessing MDRPI-related knowledge and attitudes (MDRPIKAQ). Statistical analyses were performed to evaluate nurses\u2019 knowledge and attitudes toward MDRPIs.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"sec003\">\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The mean knowledge score was 24.33\u2009\u00b1\u20095.20, and the mean attitude score was 16.64\u2009\u00b1\u20093.48. According to the MDRPIKAQ cutoff score (\u226545\/80, indicating adequate knowledge and positive attitudes), approximately one-third of nurses scored at or above this threshold. Item-based analysis indicated persistent misconceptions regarding MDRPI prevention and healing.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"sec004\">\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Nurses demonstrated moderate knowledge and generally positive attitudes toward MDRPI prevention, although important misconceptions remain. Knowledge and attitude scores varied across selected characteristics, but no statistically significant association was observed between the total scores. These findings highlight the potential value of structured, MDRPI-focused education within nursing education and institutional training programs. 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