Skin Penetration Operators' Knowledge and Attitudes Towards Infection Control

Oberdorfer, Aurmporn; Wiggers, John; Considine, Robyn; Bowman, Jenny; Cockburn, Jill

doi:10.5993/ajhb.27.2.4

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“…It was apparent that the sterilization methods applied to the instruments used during this study were neither appropriate nor reliable; the employees failed to wash their hands frequently and also failed to pay the required attention to the use of gloves. Similar results were found in previous studies [3][4][5]18,21]. In addition, they disposed of their sharp instruments in municipal waste.…”

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confidence: 81%

“…In time, it was recognized that this occupational group was critical in terms of the spread of some health problems among the population. Guidelines were established for the health and reliability of applications performed in barber shops, hairdressing and beauty centres and in places where tattooing and other applications were done [3]. Individuals working in barber shops, hairdressing and beauty centers are likely to have contact with blood Nofer Institute of Occupational Medicine, Łódź, Poland…”

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confidence: 99%

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Seroprevalence of hepatitis B and C viruses: Awareness and safe practices of hairdressers in Izmir — A survey

Köse¹,

Mandıracıoğlu²,

Oral³

et al. 2011

International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health

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Objectives: The aim of the study is to determine the seroprevalence of hepatitis B (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection in barbers and to assess the awareness of these employees related to occupational risks of HBV and HCV. Materials and Methods: In this study, 2145 barbers in Izmir were given an occupational safety seminar. Blood samples were collected from 2066 voluntary participants and 1284 individuals completed the questionnaires. Sera were tested for the presence of HBV and HCV markers by ELISA. Results: Our results document low levels of knowledge about HBV and HCV infection, risk perception and adequate protection among participants before the seminar session. Of the participants, 63.5% reported that they had suffered from equipment-related injuries during the last month. The prevalence of HBsAg positive and anti-HCV individuals of the 2066 person was found to be 2.2% and 0.4%, respectively. Conclusions: Hairdressers' knowledge of HBV, HCV and health hazards associated with their profession was inadequate. The prevalence of HBsAg positive and anti-HCV was similar to that among the general population.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 81%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Seroprevalence of hepatitis B and C viruses: Awareness and safe practices of hairdressers in Izmir — A survey

Köse¹,

Mandıracıoğlu²,

Oral³

et al. 2011

International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health

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“…(2005), for example, reported that lack of knowledge was a reason for poor compliance. Lack of knowledge and the need for training are also factors referred to in other reports (Girou & Oppein 2001, Oberdorfer et al. 2003).…”

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confidence: 84%

Infection control in clinical placements: experiences of nursing and midwifery students

Ward

2010

Journal of Advanced Nursing

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“…[9][10][11] Choi and colleagues 12 reported a statistically signifi cant and positive correlation between awareness and practice of wound disinfection with alcohol, CHG, and povidone- Analysis of results revealed statistically signifi cant differences in awareness of wound disinfection as compared to report daily practice in areas except the use of topical alcohol.…”

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confidence: 99%