Fig. 2

Proportion of “good” classifications for the 22 KAP dimension items (N = 5070). Knowledge (11 items) 1. Mechanism of action; 2. Indications; .3. Contraindications; 4. Size; 5. Pressure level; 6. Length; 7. Timing; 8. Wearing method; 9. Maintenance instructions; 10. Washing method; and 11. Service life. Attitude (4 items) 1. GCS benefits should be actively communicated to patients and their caregivers; 2. Medical staff should teach patients and their caregivers the proper use of GCS; 3. Medical institutions and managers should pay attention to the training of healthcare professionals for GCS usage; and 4. GCS should be covered by Medicare. Practice (7 items) 1. I think my guidance on GCS usage for patients is in place; 2. I make sure that the patients in my charge have been well informed of GCS usage benefits; 3. I make sure that the patients in my charge are well aware of the importance of the proper use of GCS upon discharge; 4. I make sure that the patients in my charge are capable of wearing GCS independently or with the help of the caregivers when they leave the hospital; 5. I make sure that the patients under my charge know how to solve problems (such as skin indentation, blisters or discoloration) associated with GCS usage, especially at the ankle or protuberance, after discharge; 6. I make sure that at discharge I have made clear to the patients in my charge who to contact in case of GCS misusage; and 7. I make sure that at discharge I have made it clear to the patients in my charge when to stop using GCS