scholarly journals Predictors of Anxiety Regarding The COVID-19 Pandemic Among Health-care Workers in a Hospital Not Assigned to Manage COVID-19 Patients in Nepal.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lekhjung Thapa ◽  
Aparna Ghimire ◽  
Sulochana Ghimire ◽  
Nooma Sharma ◽  
Shakti Shrestha ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Subjective Assessment ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Substantial Impact ◽  
Care Workers

Introduction: We studied the levels and severity of anxiety caused by COVID-19 amongst frontline health-care workers (HCWs) in a tertiary care neurological hospital in Nepal, not assigned to manage COVID-19 cases. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 100 frontline Health Care Workers (HCWs) using a 10-point subjective assessment tool, the Anxiety Level Index (ALI), and the Zung Self Rating Anxiety Score (SAS), to assess the level of anxiety regarding COVID-19. Results: On ALI 55% of HCWs were found to have marked severe anxiety (6-9), however, on SAS 44% of HCWs reported anxiety. The majority HCWs were female (n=78) with nurses forming 62% of the sample size. The mean age was 26.8 years (SD 8.17). Factors associated with significantly higher levels of anxiety regarding COVID-19 on ALI were age (p=0.002), sex (p=0.001), receiving regular COVID-19 updates via social media (p=0.011) and a high frequency of checking for COVID-19 information authenticity (p=0.039). Work experience (p=0.026) and frequency of checking for information authenticity (p=0.029) were factors found to increase SAS measured anxiety and were found to be associated with significantly higher levels of anxiety. Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that respondents with work experience of less than or equal to 2 years were 0.380 (95% CI 0.158 to 0.910) times less likely to have anxiety than those with work experience of more than 2 years. Similarly, the odds of having anxiety among those who checked information authenticity less frequently was 0.377 (95% CI 0.153 to 0.931) times less than those who often did. Conclusion: The COVID-19 outbreak has caused a substantial impact on the mental health of frontline HCWs in a hospital not assigned to manage COVID-19 patients. Length of time of worked in healthcare and the frequency of checking for COVID-19-related information were significant predictors of anxiety.

Occupational exposure of health care workers to blood and body fluids in West Shewa Zone, Oromia, Ethiopia, 2018: A cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tesfaye Solomon ◽  
Dejene Lemessa
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Body Fluids ◽  
Health Facilities ◽  
Needle Stick Injury ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Care Workers

Abstract Background: Health care workers are susceptible to acquiring blood and body fluids borne infections due to their occupations involving contact with patients and their body fluids, although studies conducted in Ethiopia are scarce. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the magnitude of exposure to blood and body fluids among health care workers in governmental health facilities in West Shewa Zone, Ethiopia.Materials and methods: A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted from May 19 to June 25, 2018. A total of 381 health care workers were selected by simple random sampling from 31 sampled governmental health facilities using proportional to size allocation. Data were collected through self-administered questionnaires, entered into Epi-info version 7, and analyzed by SPSS version 21. Adjusted odds ratio (AOR) with 95% confidence intervals (CI) calculated for variables retained in the multivariable logistic regression and significance declared at p<0.05.Results: Of 377 health care workers who participated, the study found that 233 (61.2%) were exposed to blood and body fluids in their lifetime. Previous needle stick injury (AOR=0.30; 95%CI: 0.12-0.75), type of health facility (AOR=0.42; 95%CI: 0.26-0.68), handwashing practice (AOR=0.15; 95%CI: 0.07, 0.31), and perceiving at risk (AOR=0.16; 95%CI: 0.03, 0.98) were protective factors whereas long work experience (AOR=1.47; 95%CI: 1.13-1.93) was a risk factor for the exposure.Conclusions: Exposures to blood and body fluids during patient care were common among health care workers in the study area. Therefore, health care workers especially those newly hired and working in hospitals should pay due attention to their occupation's safety and regularly practice hand washing during critical times.

scholarly journals Comparison of Latent Tuberculosis Infections among General versus Tuberculosis Health Care Workers in Myanmar

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 116
Author(s):  
Moe Hnin Phyu ◽  
Hutcha Sriplung ◽  
Myo Su Kyi ◽  
Cho Cho San ◽  
Virasakdi Chongsuvivatwong
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Latent Tuberculosis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Normal Chest Radiograph ◽  
Latent Tb Infection

Health care workers (HCWs) in high tuberculosis (TB) prevalence countries have to care for many cases, thus increasing their risk of infection. The objective of the study was to compare the prevalence of latent TB infection (LTBI) between general HCWs and TB HCWs, and also to explore the associated factors. A cross-sectional study was conducted in Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar from September 2019 to January 2020. Staff working at two general hospitals were recruited. Those allocated for TB care were classified as TB HCWs, while the remaining were classified as general HCWs. Participants were interviewed using a structured questionnaire, and screened for LTBI using a tuberculin skin test (TST). Individuals who had an induration of 10 mm or more with normal chest radiograph were regarded as having LTBI. The prevalence of LTBI among general HCWs was 2.04 times higher than that of TB HCWs (31.2% vs. 15.3%, p < 0.001). The associated factors for LTBI included low education level, duration of work experience ≥ 10 years, a low knowledge of regular TB screening, and teaching cough etiquette to TB patients. The higher prevalence of LTBI in the general HCWs in this study was due to confounding by education and experience. After adjustment for these, we have no evidence to support that either group of HCWs had higher LTBI risk.

scholarly journals 1182Vaccine hesitancy among health care workers: A study amidst COVID-19 vaccine drive in India

2021 ◽  
Vol 50 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Medha Mathur ◽  
Navgeet Mathur
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Care Center ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Vaccine Hesitancy ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Vaccination Site ◽  
Validated Questionnaire ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
The Government

Abstract Background After the launch of COVID-19 vaccine by the government of India in 2021, the current study was conducted to assess the vaccine hesitancy among health care workers regarding COVID-19 vaccination and its safety, efficacy, rolling out strategy and undesirable effects. Methods This cross-sectional study, conducted on health care workers vaccinated at a tertiary care center of southern Rajasthan using a pre-designed and pre-validated questionnaire to collect data through the ‘Exit Interview’ technique after consent and ethical approval. Results Out of 3102, 56.8% were male and 43.2% were female health care workers. Out of total 80.7% and 73.2% of study participants perceived the vaccine as safe and effective respectively. The vaccine hesitancy was contributed due to apprehension for undesirable effects following immunization (19.3%). The commonest undesirable effect was pain at the injection site. The perception regarding the timing of rolling out of vaccine and readiness for COVID appropriate behavior after vaccination was significant (p &lt; 0.001). The mean time spent at vaccination site was 33.90 (±11.34) minutes ranging 5-120 minutes (median = 35; interquartile range (IQR) = 10; 95% confidence interval (CI) = 33.50-34.30). Conclusions The study concludes that the apprehension of undesirable effects contributed to vaccine hesitancy, but it was perceived safe and effective by health care workers. Key messages The vaccine hesitancy among general population and vaccine acceptance will be affected directly by instance shown by health care workers who presented themselves at the forefront both for battling the pandemic and accepting the vaccine.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Related to COVID-19 Prevention among Health Care Workers in Sokoto Metropolis, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
pp. 44-61
Author(s):  
Oche M. Oche ◽  
Habibullah Adamu ◽  
Musa Yahaya ◽  
Ismail A. Raji ◽  
Hudu Garba Illo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Health Workforce ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Appropriate Practices

Aims: This study aims to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practices related to coronavirus pandemic among health care workers in Sokoto metropolis of Sokoto State, Nigeria.  Study Design: A cross-sectional study Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted in Sokoto metropolis, northwest Nigeria between July and October 2020 Methodology: Four hundred and twenty-seven respondents were selected using a multi-stage sampling technique. Data were collected manually using a self-administered questionnaire entered into the computer for analysis using IBM SPSS version 25 for statistical analysis. Descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and frequencies of the various variables were tabulated. Results: The mean age was 35.16+- 9.25 years, with those aged 30-39 years constituting 38% of the respondents. There were 53.2% males, 47.3% nurses, and 27.2% doctors, and 71.6% of the respondents were from tertiary health institutions, out of which 42% had 1-5 years of work experience. Up to 99% were aware of coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19), and overall, 78.2% had good knowledge, and 91% of all the respondents had positive attitudes towards the pandemic (p-value 0.001). Overall, 68.4% of the health workforce had appropriate practices towards preventing COVID-19, and 83% were willing to be posted to isolation centers with adequate personal protective equipment (PPE). Conclusion: The study demonstrated significant awareness and knowledge of COVID-19 amongst the health workforce in Sokoto with significant positive attitudes towards the pandemic and appropriate practices towards preventing the pandemic and willingness to work in isolation centers to support the prevention of the pandemic.

scholarly journals KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE & PRACTICE OF COVID-19 AMONG HEALTH CARE WORKERS OF TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL IN SOUTHERN RAJASTHAN

2020 ◽  
pp. 200-202
Author(s):  
C.P. Sharma ◽  
Anum Fatima ◽  
Omprakash Mahawar ◽  
Pratap Bhan Kaushik
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Professional Education ◽  
Good Practice ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

BACKGROUND: The COVID-19 pandemic is escalating at an alarming rate and currently best therapy lies in prevention. OBJECTIVE:This study aims to determine knowledge ,attitude and practice of health care workers towards COVID-19.METHODOLOGY:A cross sectional descriptive study undertaken at Dedicated Covid Hospital, MBGH Udaipur,Rajasthan from April 2020 to May 2020.The response of 190 participants who filled questionnaire was tabulated and analysed .RESULT :Majority had an average knowledge (49.7%),positive attitude (57.4%) and good practice(51.1%) which was further influenced by various factors studied. CONCLUSION :Health care workers still require professional education and teachings dedicated to improve knowledge and promote good attitude and practice in regards of COVID-19.

BURNOUT DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC AMONG HEALTH CARE WORKERS OF A TERTIARY CARE CENTRE IN NORTHERN INDIA: A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY.

2021 ◽  
pp. 30-32
Author(s):  
Vikesh Gupta ◽  
Sukhjit Singh ◽  
Vineet Kumar ◽  
Pankaj Kanwar
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Health Centre ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Tertiary Care Centre ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Northern India ◽  
Care Workers

Background: COVID-19 pandemic is a novel viral illness due to which an uncertainty has developed among the general public as well as the health care workers (HCWs) regarding the future of mankind. This has resulted in burnout among the HCWs which has been reported by researchers from different parts of the world. Method: A cross sectional study was done among health care workers (faculty members, residents, nurses and interns) working in different specialties of a tertiary care health centre of Northern India. A self-designed performa containing sociodemographic details along with “Burnout Self-Test” scale was used to obtain the prevalence of burnout among HCWs. Result: Among 192 participants, the signs of burnout were found in 148 participants (77.1%) and most had mild burnout 90 (46.88). Conclusion: Burnout amongst health care workers is high particularly in unmarried and female HCWs.

scholarly journals Violence against health care workers: a provider’s (staff nurse) perspective

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (9) ◽  
pp. 4140 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandhya Mishra ◽  
Deepak Chopra ◽  
Nidhi Jauhari ◽  
Ausaf Ahmad ◽  
Nasrah Ayyub Kidwai
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Staff Nurses ◽  
Work Place ◽  
Staff Nurse ◽  
Contributing Factors ◽  
Waiting Room ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Care Workers

Background: Work place violence has become an endemic problem for health care workers (HCW) worldwide. The staff nurses are the most vulnerable and most assaulted among all the health care workers. The study was conducted with an aim to assess the frequency of violence and factors responsible, the response of the staff nurses after an incident of violence, any association between the socio-demographic factors with the violence against the HCW and to seek the suggestions to stop/prevent such incidents.Methods: A cross sectional study conducted in a tertiary care private sector hospital in Lucknow. All the staff nurses working in IIMSR (Purposive Convenience). 141 staff nurses consented and were enrolled in the study. A qualified consenting nurse having at least 6 months of professional experience were included in the study.Results: Approximately three fourth of the nurses have ever been exposed to the violence and verbal abuse was the most common form of violence. The intense workload, high patient expectation and substance abuse were the three important contributing factors. The majority of nurses who suffered violence ever, felt that it was preventable. Ever reporting of violence was high and majority (>80%) of respondents felt that making the waiting room/area comfortable and restricted entry to staff and examination room can stop or prevent the violence.Conclusions: The violence against health care workers especially nurses is a major problem and can threaten the delivery of effective quality care. These incidents are preventable, provided security; training and communications measures are in place.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Awareness and Perception of COVID-19 Pandemic Among Health Care Workers in a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital in Coastal South India

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 135-139
Author(s):  
Bhaskaran Unnikrishnan ◽  
Priya Rathi ◽  
Suchitra M. Shenoy ◽  
Gautam Nandan ◽  
Meenakshi Sanil ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Sample Testing ◽  
Study Participants ◽  
Perception Of Health

Background: It is crucial for the frontline force such as health care workers to be up-to-date with the knowledge of the trend of COVID-19 pandemic and its epidemiology. We conducted this study to assess the knowledge, awareness and perception of health care workers towards the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: We performed a cross-sectional survey in the hospitals of coastal Karnataka among health care workers from February to May 2020. Results: A total of 197 Health care workers responded. Most of them were females (64%), physicians (45%), with a working experience of 1-10 years (77%). Five percent had a prior experience of the outbreak. The survey showed that the study participants had knowledge about treatment and precautions to be taken. However, some of them were not aware of the recent updates on quarantine and sample testing. Most of them perceived this pandemic as an important public health issue and were concerned that they might get infected in the course. Conclusion: There is a partial knowledge among HCWs regarding recent updates on COVID-19 pandemic and its related epidemiology. Hence, frequent sessions with the help of virtual media may be utilized to provide updates, and counseling sessions by experts may be arranged to reduce the fear of the pandemic.

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