Knowledge and Awareness of Nursing Students at King Abdulaziz University Regarding Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia

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1 1.Medical Surgical Nursing - King Abdulaziz University and Ain Shams University,

2 2. Student nurse King Abdulaziz University

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Background: The prevalence of vitamin B12 insufficiency is considerable worldwide with adult. Deficits in vitamin B12 are linked to neurological and hematological problems. Nursing education plays a crucial role in shaping the knowledge base of future nursing professionals, preparing them to address the dynamic challenges of the healthcare environment. Aim: This study aims to assess the knowledge and awareness of Nursing students at King Abdulaziz University regarding vitamin B12 deficiency anemia. Methods: A descriptive quantitative cross-sectional design used to assess the knowledge and awareness of Nursing students at King Abdulaziz University regarding vitamin B12 deficiency anemia. Data collected using online survey questionnaire that disseminated through social media among second, third and fourth year nursing students. Results: Most of nursing student had good awareness regarding Vitamin B deficiency anemia was. While less than half of them had good knowledge regarding to Vitamin B deficiency anemia. It was concluded that about two third of nursing students at King Abdulaziz University had satisfactory level of awareness while less than half of them had satisfactory level of knowledge regarding vitamin B12 insufficiency anemia.

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Egyptian Journal of Health Care
Volume 16, Issue 3
September 2025
Pages 1021-1033

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