Corrigendum: Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices Associated With COVID-19 Among Healthcare Workers in Hospitals: A Cross-Sectional Study in Saudi Arabia

Almohammed, Omar A.; Aldwihi, Leen A; Alragas, Adel Mehmas; Almoteer, Ali I.; Gopalakrishnan, Shivkumar; Alqahtani, Nasser M.

doi:10.3389/fpubh.2022.863354

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“…Understanding the reasons behind poor adherence is crucial for ensuring the effective utilization of IPC measures in healthcare settings. 11 In light of recurrent epidemics, there is an expectation for healthcare workers (HCWs) to demonstrate heightened vigilance in adhering to proper infection prevention practices. Our hypothesis posits that HCWs exhibit improved infection prevention and control (IPC) practices post the COVID-19 outbreak compared to earlier periods.…”

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Assessment of Healthcare Workers' Adherence to Infection Prevention and Control Measures in Najran City, Saudi Arabia, in the Post-COVID-19 Pandemic Era

Alqahtani,

Elmahboub,

Al-Qahtani

et al. 2024

J. Pure Appl. Microbiol.

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Infection prevention and control (IPC) standards have a unique role in controlling infection transmission. In Saudi Arabia, every healthcare facility is required to establish an IPC program to identify and reduce the risk of infection acquisition and transmission. This study aimed to estimate adherence to IPC measures after the COVID-19 pandemic among healthcare workers (HCWs) in Najran City, Saudi Arabia. This cross-sectional study was conducted among HCWs in Najran City during the period of May to August 2023. A self-administered questionnaire was given to HCWs consisting of three parts: demographic data, profile of healthcare facility and healthcare professional regarding infection control, and questionnaire to assess the adherence of HCWs regarding infection control measures. The study recruited 580 HCWs, of whom 57.6% were males, and 46.6% were aged between 31 and 40 years. The overall mean adherence score was 103.2±9.71 out of 150 points. Accordingly, 88.4% were classified as having moderate adherence, 10.2% were good, and only 1.4% were classified as having poor adherence. Some of the factors associated with increased adherence to IPC measures, include being female, being a nurse, being a practitioner, working in the hospital emergency department, and having a recognized antimicrobial stewardship program team/unit at a healthcare facility. There was satisfactory adherence among HCWs regarding infection prevention and control measures. Being a female, a nurse, a practitioner, working in a hospital emergency department, being a staff of a non-MOH (Ministry of Health) hospital, and having a recognized antimicrobial stewardship program team/unit were identified as significant predictors of increased adherence. IPC measures can be optimized by setting up institutional IPC teams, necessary PPE, and periodic provision of IPC training.

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Assessment of Healthcare Workers' Adherence to Infection Prevention and Control Measures in Najran City, Saudi Arabia, in the Post-COVID-19 Pandemic Era

Alqahtani,

Elmahboub,

Al-Qahtani

et al. 2024

J. Pure Appl. Microbiol.

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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices in Infection Prevention and Control Among Health-Care Workers at the Government Teaching Hospital, Visakhapatnam

Sasapu

Kamala

2023

Asian J Pharm Clin Res

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Objectives: The purpose of this questionnaire-based study is to assess frontline healthcare professionals’ knowledge and awareness of infection prevention and control policies and procedures. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study in which the knowledge and practices of the study group (Doctors, Nurses, and Laboratory Technicians) were assessed using an electronic Google form questionnaire. Data were collected and statistically analyzed. Results: There were 67 doctors, 18 laboratory technicians, and 35 nurses among the 120 responses analyzed. The majority of respondents (67%) were females and majority (50%) were between the ages of 21 and 30 years, with a mean age of 28. Among the respondents, 67% participated in training programs and 28% completed a certified course in infection prevention control. The majority (95%) were aware of all the standard precautions. Knowledge levels on hand washing, respiratory hygiene, and biomedical waste management were 85%, 77%, and 62% respectively. In comparison to knowledge, their attitudes toward infection control were lower (81%). In this study, only 70% of participants followed WHO guidelines for hand washing. More than 74% are familiar with the single-handed scoop technique for recapping needles. Only 50% know correct sequence of donning and doffing of PPE. Conclusion: The study participants have gaps in their knowledge and application of infection control. It would be beneficial for all HCW to receive formal and refresher training periodically.

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Corrigendum: Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices Associated With COVID-19 Among Healthcare Workers in Hospitals: A Cross-Sectional Study in Saudi Arabia

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Assessment of Healthcare Workers' Adherence to Infection Prevention and Control Measures in Najran City, Saudi Arabia, in the Post-COVID-19 Pandemic Era

Assessment of Healthcare Workers' Adherence to Infection Prevention and Control Measures in Najran City, Saudi Arabia, in the Post-COVID-19 Pandemic Era

Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices in Infection Prevention and Control Among Health-Care Workers at the Government Teaching Hospital, Visakhapatnam

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