A Study on the Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Research Integrity among Medical Professionals in Ningxia, China

Abstract This study utilizes a Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) questionnaire to investigate the awareness of medical professionals in the Ningxia region regarding research integrity and their attitudes towards academic misconduct. A comprehensive analysis of the factors contributing to academic misconduct is performed, with the aim of providing insights for the formulation of policies to enhance research integrity. The research employs a self-designed KAP survey questionnaire distributed online for clinical doctors and nurses in hospitals, faculty members in medical higher education institutions, and undergraduates enrolled in medical schools in the Ningxia region. A total of 1013 valid questionnaires were collected, with a majority of participants (76.2%) having received training in research integrity. Most respondents demonstrated a basic understanding of research integrity and maintained a resistant attitude towards academic misconduct. However, there exists an insufficient awareness of certain forms of academic misconduct, indicating the need for further reinforcement of the stance against such behaviors. The study recommends implementing multifaceted measures to enhance the ethical awareness and attitudes of researchers.