An Investigation of the Knowledge of Infection Control Practices Held by Healthcare Professionals

• Main Authors: Gazi R. Rahman (Author), Amiya Bhaumik (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications, 2024-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
• Online Access: Connect to this object online.
• Notes: 0976-4879; 0975-7406; 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_338_24
• Keywords: healthcare professionals; infection control practices; staff training; Pharmacy and materia medica; RS1-441; Analytical chemistry; QD71-142
• Source: Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences, Vol 16, Iss Suppl 3, Pp S2485-S2487 (2024)

Background: Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), arising from inadequate hygiene practices, significantly increase morbidity and mortality rates in hospitalized patients. Materials and Methods: This descriptive study involved 350 healthcare workers from private hospitals in Wuhan, China. Participants responded to a questionnaire with close-ended questions, distributed physically and via email. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 25.0. Results: The analysis indicated a gap in healthcare workers' knowledge of infection control, affecting hospital hygiene standards. About 60% of respondents hold a diploma or higher qualification. Conclusion: The findings underscore the importance of targeted training and educational initiatives in infection control procedures. A significant factor in hospitals' inadequate hygiene practices is the gap in staff training and knowledge.