Assessing Nurse Practitioner Knowledge of Zika Virus

Zika virus infection is a rapidly evolving disease currently spreading in the Americas and the Caribbean. It is important to assess the current level of Zika virus infection knowledge in nurse practitioners (NPs) to identify gaps that may impact patient and community health. The aim of this study was to assess the level of NP knowledge about Zika virus infection using a 13-question survey that was created and administered via paper/pencil to a convenience sample of 559 NPs. Variables included age of NP, years in NP practice, territory of NP practice, and type of NP specialty. Additional educational interventions are needed to address the knowledge deficits identified.