%0 Journal Article
%T Evaluating Changes in Disaster Preparedness Awareness among Nursing Students in Japan: Insights after Three Years of Nursing Education
%A Yuriko Inoue
%A Mikako Tanaka
%A Hiromitsu Ezure
%A Junji Ito
%A Akiko Sasaki
%A Takashi Takaki
%A Harumi Hata
%A Masaaki Takayanagi
%A Naruhito Otsuka
%J Open Journal of Nursing
%P 53-59
%@ 2162-5344
%D 2025
%I Scientific Research Publishing
%R 10.4236/ojn.2025.151006
%X <b>Background</b>: Disaster preparedness is a critical aspect of nursing education, enhancing students&#8217; ability to respond effectively in emergencies. However, the extent to which nursing curricula influence disaster preparedness awareness remains underexplored. Our study found that 39% of students reported improved awareness after three years, highlighting the need for targeted curriculum enhancements. <b>Purpose</b>: To evaluate changes in disaster preparedness awareness among nursing students over three years of education and identify gaps in current curricula impacting this awareness. <b>Results</b>: Findings indicate that while 39% of students showed improved awareness, significant gaps remain, suggesting the need for a dedicated course on emergency preparedness. <b>Conclusions</b>: This study emphasizes the importance of integrating comprehensive disaster preparedness education within nursing curricula to address these gaps and foster resilience in future healthcare professionals.
%K Disaster Preparedness Consciousness
%K Nursing Students
%U http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=140137