Knowledge and attitudes of health care workers from intensive care units regarding nosocomial transmission of influenza: a study on the immediate pre-pandemic period

Fortaleza, Cristiane Ravagnani; Fortaleza, Carlos Magno Castelo Branco

doi:10.1590/s1678-91992011000200007

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“…It is evident from several published studies that vaccinating HCPs against influenza is an effective intervention to protect against infections, reduce its transmission to the patients and to decrease mortality and morbidity among the vulnerable patients ( 2 , 13 , 19 ). Vaccination also reduces absenteeism and improves the health status of HCPs ( 6 , 11 , 20 , 21 ). However, this study reveals low rates of immunization against influenza among the doctors in tertiary care health settings of Peshawar, Pakistan, despite the ACIP and CDC recommendations and HCPs being at higher risk of infection.…”

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“…Influenza transmission within health care settings have been widely reported in medical literature ( 6 ). Therefore, both the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Strategic Advisory Group of Experts (SAGE) on Immunization recommend seasonal and pandemic influenza vaccination for HCPs ( 7 , 8 ).…”

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Knowledge, Attitude, Awareness, and Barriers Toward Influenza Vaccination Among Medical Doctors at Tertiary Care Health Settings in Peshawar, Pakistan–A Cross-Sectional Study

Ali

Ijaz²,

Rehman

et al. 2018

Front. Public Health

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Objective: This study intends to evaluate the knowledge, attitude and awareness of medical doctors toward influenza vaccination and the reasons for not getting vaccinated.Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out among medical doctors in three major tertiary care health settings in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Pakistan. A web-based, pre-tested questionnaire was used for data collection.Results: A total of (n = 300) medical doctors were invited, however only (n = 215) participated in the study with a response rate of 71.7%. Among the participants, 95.3% (n = 205) were males with a mean age of 28.67 ± 3.89 years. By designation, 121(56.3%) were trainee medical officers and 40 (18.6%) were house officers. The majority 102(47.4%) had a job experience of 1–2 years. Of the total sample, 38 (17.7%) doctors reported having received some kind of vaccination, whereas only 19 (8.84%) were vaccinated against influenza. The results identified that the major barriers toward influenza vaccinations included (1) Unfamiliarity with Influenza vaccination availability (Relative Importance Index RII = 0.830), (2) Unavailability of Influenza vaccines due to lack of proper storage area in the institution (RII = 0.634), (3) Cost of vaccine (RII = 0.608), and (4) insufficient staff to administer vaccine (RII = 0.589). Additionally, 156 (72.6%) of doctors were not aware of the influenza immunization recommendation and guidelines published by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Physicians obtained a high score (8.27 ± 1.61) of knowledge and understanding regarding influenza and its vaccination followed by medical officers (8.06 ± 1.37). Linear Regression analysis revealed that gender was significantly associated with the knowledge score with males having a higher score (8.0± 1.39) than females (6.80 ± 1.61 β = −1.254 and CI [−2.152 to −0.355], p = 0.006).Conclusion: A very low proportion of doctors were vaccinated against influenza, despite the published guidelines and recommendations. Strategies that address multiple aspects like increasing awareness and the importance of the influenza vaccine, the international recommendations and enhancing access and availability of the vaccine are needed to improve its coverage and health outcomes.

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“…14 Despite healthcare vaccinations being an important policy for employers of HCWs, their patients, and themselves, the uptake will remain inconsistent unless made compulsory. 15 Hence, hospitals are encouraged to foster changes in institutional culture with regard to vaccination and absenteeism 16 to improve the attitude of HCWs towards flu control.…”

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Knowledge, attitudes and perceptions of radiology healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic

Ooi

Chong

et al. 2021

Proceedings of Singapore Healthcare

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Background: Medical imaging is vital in the diagnostic workup and evaluation of patients suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19; hence, radiology healthcare workers (HCWs) were an essential part of the early containment response to the pandemic. Radiology services are facing rising demands to introduce stricter infection control measures, and staff are expected to adhere to the new protocols while coping with a surge in patients. Objectives: This study aims to identify the knowledge, attitudes and perceptions (KAPs) of radiology HCWs at a single site with regard to workplace preparedness during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: A 26-item questionnaire was conducted with radiographers, radiology nurses, and support staff who had direct patient contact. Questions were concerned with involvement in managing suspected or positive COVID-19 patients, knowledge of infection control measures, and attitudes and perceptions in relation to working during the pandemic. Results were analysed using t-tests, chi-square tests, and Spearman’s rank-order correlation, with statistical difference set at p<0.05. Results: Radiology HCWs self-reported significantly better knowledge of infection control measures and positive work attitudes. Those who had received the flu vaccine had significantly better perceptions of working during the pandemic. Suggested improvements included better organisational structure and more resources, better staff compliance and vigilance, better education, and a clearer focus on staff wellbeing. Conclusion: The findings indicate favourable KAPs among radiology HCWs in Singapore with regard to workplace preparedness during the pandemic, but efforts towards sustainability must be considered. Formulating policies to nurture motivated and resilient HCWs during a pandemic is advocated to foster a resilient workforce that is prepared for the next pandemic.

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Knowledge and attitudes of health care workers from intensive care units regarding nosocomial transmission of influenza: a study on the immediate pre-pandemic period

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Knowledge, Attitude, Awareness, and Barriers Toward Influenza Vaccination Among Medical Doctors at Tertiary Care Health Settings in Peshawar, Pakistan–A Cross-Sectional Study

Knowledge, attitudes and perceptions of radiology healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic

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