scholarly journals Knowledge, attitudes and practices of COVID 19 among Medical Laboratory Professionals in Zambia

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adon Chawe ◽  
Ruth L Mfune ◽  
Paul Syapiila ◽  
Sharon D Zimba ◽  
Pipina Vlahakis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Good Practice ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Medical Laboratory ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Willingness To Participate ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Medical Laboratory Professionals ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Background: COVID-19 is a novel disease that has spread to nearly every country worldwide. Medical laboratory professionals are key in the fight against COVID-19 as they provide confirmatory diagnosis which is the main basis upon which cases are identified and clinical management instituted. Lack of knowledge, poor attitude and unsafe laboratory practices could have negative implications towards the control of COVID-19. We conducted a quick online questionnaire to investigate the knowledge, attitudes and practices of medical laboratory personnel regarding COVID-19 in Zambia. Methods: We conducted a cross sectional study among medical laboratory professionals in Zambia from 10th to 29th June, 2020. Data were collected using google forms and exported to SPSS version 23 for statistical analysis. Independent predictors of COVID-19 knowledge and practices were determined. Adjusted odds ratios and their 95% confidence intervals are reported. Results: A total of 208 medical laboratory professionals participated in the study. There were more males (58.2%) than females. The majority of respondents had good knowledge (84.1%) and practice (75%) regarding COVID-19. Less than half (n=97, 46.6%) reported willingness to participate in a vaccination program. Predictors of good knowledge included; having a Bachelors degree (AOR: 5.0, CI: 1.15-23.9) and having prior COVID-19 related training (AOR: 8.83, CI: 2.03-38.4). Predictors of good practice included; having a masters or PhD qualification (AOR: 5.23, CI: 1.15-23.9) and having prior COVID-19 related training (AOR: 14.01, CI: 6.47-30.4). Conclusion: Our findings revealed that medical laboratory professionals in Zambia have good knowledge and positive attitude towards COVID-19. However poor practices were observed There is need for continuous professional development (CPD) to ensure that medical laboratory professionals are well informed and aware of best practices to aid in curbing the pandemic. Key words: COVID-19, medical laboratory professions, knowledge, attitude, practice

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practice Related to COVID-19 Among Healthcare Workers in the United Arab Emirates: A Cross-sectional Study.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amina M. Al Marzouqi ◽  
Michael E. Otim ◽  
Heba H. Hijazi ◽  
Leena S. Kehail ◽  
Ramsha A. Kamal
Keyword(s):  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Healthcare Facilities ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Abstract Objectives: The coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) outbreak is a global health pandemic that continues to have an impact on many aspects of everyday life. This study investigates the Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) related to COVID-19 among healthcare workers in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Methods: This study uses a cross-sectional study design. The original data were collected using an online questionnaire distributed via a Google Forms link. Participants were healthcare workers currently working in the UAE healthcare facilities and recruited using snowball sampling. The questionnaire collected information on demographic variables and COVID-19-related knowledge, attitudes, and practice.Results: In total, the sample of 107 healthcare workers completed the survey. About 92% of the participants worked in public institutions, 87% were from Dubai, and 673% were female. The majority were aged 31–40 years (34.6%), and 43% were radiographers. 66.4% held bachelor’s degrees and Indian nationalities were (28%) and the Philippinos were (28%). Most (90.7%) participants knew the absence of fever did not mean that the virus could not transmit from an infected person, and 84.1% agreed that wearing general medical masks prevented one from contracting COVID-19. However, only 36.4% strongly believed that wearing a well-fitting face mask was effective. In addition, only 15.9% reported confidently managing patients with symptoms of COVID-19, and 54.2% reported that they were afraid of contracting the virus from patients. Almost half of the participants avoided patients who had symptoms of COVID-19. Conclusion: Overall, healthcare workers’ COVID-19-related knowledge, attitudes, and practices for healthcare workers in UAE healthcare facilities was very high. However, we found gaps in awareness regarding the spread of the pandemic. Our study recommends that providing healthcare workers with education programs and counseling services would help increase their confidence in treating patients with COVID-19.

scholarly journals Osteoporosis guideline awareness among Iranian family physicians: results of a knowledge, attitudes, and practices survey

2018 ◽  
Vol 19 (5) ◽  
pp. 485-491 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hamideh Mahdaviazad ◽  
Vahid Keshtkar ◽  
Mohammad Jafar Emami
Keyword(s):  
Family Physicians ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Professional Experience ◽  
Attitude Score ◽  
Training Methods ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Knowledge And Practice ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

AimThis study investigates the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of family physicians in Iran, regarding osteoporosis and their experience with national osteoporosis guideline.BackgroundOsteoporosis is a relatively preventable, chronic and progressive disease. Family physicians play a crucial role in relieving the burden of care.MethodsThis cross-sectional study was addressed at all qualified family physicians who registered at urban family physicians and referral system program. Data collection included demographics, professional experience, and knowledge of guidelines based on a standardized KAP questionnaire. Student’s t-test was used to measure the associations between KAP scores and demographic, professional experience variables.FindingsThe response rate was 72% (540/750). Based on Bloom’s cut off scale, family physicians knowledge and practice scores were in moderate level, and only 14 and 38.5% of them had good knowledge and practice, respectively. Attitude score was in good level, and 64.1% of participants had positive attitude. Mean score of knowledge and practice were higher significantly among family physicians that practice in public settings. Family physicians, who completed osteoporosis training courses, had higher attitude score (P=0.03). Only 23.5% of family physicians were aware of the existence of national osteoporosis guideline.ConclusionAlthough most family physicians believed in the importance of preventive measures, however, limited number of them had good knowledge and practice regarding osteoporosis and less than a quarter were aware of national guideline. This is a clear need to disseminate the guideline more effectively, make greater use of efficient training methods.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitudes and practices about Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) among Birzeit University students: A cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hani A. Naseef ◽  
Ni'meh Al-Shami ◽  
Lilian S. Abu Hadba ◽  
Leen A. Humos ◽  
Ruba N. Shaheen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Health Professions ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Abstract Aim: COVID-19 the novel corona virus that has been characterized as a pandemic; as it spreads all over the world and has so far infected more than 20 million worldwide. In Palestine, the first seven cases were documented on March 5th, 2020 followed by the declaration of the state of emergency. This study aimed to assess knowledge, attitudes and practices toward COVID-19 among Birzeit University students.Subject and methods: A cross sectional study was carried out, a questionnaire was developed based on the WHO, CDC, ECDC recommendations. The questionnaire was distributed online and filled by Birzeit University students. Chi-square testing was performed to check for significant association between KAP and different sociodemographic variables. Binary logistic regression performed to identify and control the confounding factors. Data were analyzed using SPSS (version 22).Results: A total of 665 students have completed the online questionnaire. The mean age was (20.55±3.069) years. Multivariate analysis revealed that males, students from health professions and scientific faculties and those with highly educated parents had manifested a good knowledge level (GKL) about Covid -19. Regarding students’ practices, less negative practices were prompted by students from health professions faculty and the students living at the middle governorate of Palestine compared to north, south and Jerusalem dwellers. With regards to the practices, the vast majority of the participants held a positive and very cautious practice towards the COVID-19 epidemic.Conclusion: Our results revealed that students had variable knowledge regarding Covid-19 and the vast majority depended on the official media briefs in Palestine as a source of information. With regards to practices, positive and cautious practices towards the COVID-19 epidemic were carried out by the vast majority of participants.

scholarly journals Cross-sectional study on awareness and knowledge of COVID-19 among senior pharmacy students.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marwa Samir Hamza ◽  
Osama Ahmed Badary ◽  
Mohamed Mohey Elmazar
Keyword(s):  
Confidence Interval ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Pharmacy Students ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Students Attitudes ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Abstract Extraordinary actions have been implemented in an effort to control the rapid spread of the ongoing COVID-19 epidemic in Egypt. People’s adherence to control measures is influenced by their knowledge, attitudes and practices towards the disease. Therefore, in the present study we assessed pharmacy senior students’ knowledge, attitudes and practices towards the COVID-19 pandemic. An online questionnaire was created and it consisted of 12 questions testing their knowledge about COVID-19nclinical characteristics, transmission routes and prevention and control steps. Among senior pharmacy students (n=238), 70% were females and 63% were living in greater Cairo. Their main source of information included social media (70%), published articles (48%) and television (48%). The overall correct knowledge score was 83%. Most of the students displayed a good COVID-19 knowledge level (72.5% of the students). The students were least informed when trying to answer questions about hyper-coagulation, as a major cause for death in patients with severe COVID-19, and about the timings on the necessity to wear masks practice. Assessment of students’ attitudes and practices towards COVID-19 reflected that 87% of them were confident that health care teams and scientists could win the fight against the virus. In addition, 72% of students agreed that COVID-19 will be controlled successfully. The greater the students’ knowledge, the more confident they felt that COVID-19 will be controlled successfully (OR = 2.2, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.03-4.72). Good behavioral practice towards COVID-19 control was confirmed when 87% of students answered that they didn’t go out to any crowded place. Females were 3.6 times (95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.03–3.11) more likely to avoid going out than males. Bad behavioral practice became evident when approximately 50% of students admitted that they did not wear masks when they left their house. Therefore, more efforts should be taken to protect future pharmacists from this pandemic.

STUDYING OF KNOWLEDGES, ATTITUDES AND PRACTICES (KAP) TOWARD HIV PREVENTION IN MSM IN KHANH HOA PROVINCE 2010

2012 ◽  
pp. 72-79
Author(s):  
That Toan Ton ◽  
Xuan Chuong Tran
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Prevention ◽  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Hiv Transmission ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
High Risk Group ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Female Partners ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Objectives: Man who have sex with man (MSM) group is a high risk group of HIV infection. There are very rare studies about HIV infection in this group. Aims: Study knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) toward HIV prevention in MSM in Khanh Hoa province in 2010. Methods: A cross-sectional study among MSM over 16 years aged living in Khanh Hoa in which data were collected from June 2010 to June 2011. Results: Knowledge: Most of MSM have good knowledge about the ways of HIV transmission in which 47.5% have right answers to 14-15 questions about HIV prevention. Attitudes: 98.5% MSM are ready to do voluntary tests for HIV. 61.5% MSM did not discuss to male partners about HIV or STDs. Practices: 99.1% have used condom but 67.5% did not use condoms in the last contact with female partners. Only 19.6% MSM have received consultations about HIV. Conclusions: Most of MSM have good knowledge about the ways of HIV transmission. 98.5% MSM are ready to do voluntary tests for HIV. 99.1% have used condom. Only 19.6% MSM have received consultations about HIV.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices towards Food Poisoning among Parents in Aseer Region, Southwestern Saudi Arabia

Healthcare ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (12) ◽  
pp. 1650
Author(s):  
Ayed A. Shati ◽  
Saleh M. Al Qahtani ◽  
Shehata F. Shehata ◽  
Youssef A. Alqahtani ◽  
Mohammed S. Aldarami ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Food Poisoning ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Personal Hygiene ◽  
University Graduates ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Older Parents ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Background: Food poisoning is caused by eating contaminated food. Improper food safety knowledge, poor food handling, and inadequate personal hygiene may allow microbes to grow in sufficient numbers to cause a food-borne illness. The aim of this paper was to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding food poisoning and its determinants of parents in the Aseer region of Saudi Arabia. Methodology: This is a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted on 3011 parents in the Aseer region in the southwest region of Saudi Arabia. An online questionnaire was used to collect the data. The level of knowledge of the participants was scored as a percentage and further classified as “good” or “poor”. Attitudes were classified as “positive”, “neutral”, or “negative” based on a calculated composite mean score. The participants were asked about standard food hygiene practices, and the practices were recorded based on how often they were performed, with the results recorded as “usually”, “sometimes”, or “never”. Results: The age range of the parents was between 18 and 65 years old, with a mean age of 28.9 ± 10.4 years. Among the participants, 96.2% were Saudi, and 81.8% were female. Almost 53% of the fathers and 41% of the mothers were university graduates. About 55% of the mothers were housewives. Almost equal proportions of the parents had “good” and “poor” levels of knowledge on food poisoning. Around 41% of the parents had positive attitudes towards safe food consumption. Older parents (defined as above 30 years of age), males, university graduates, and urban residents had significantly higher levels of knowledge regarding food poisoning. Conclusions: This study provided much needed information on the knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to food poisoning among parents in the Aseer region of Saudi Arabia. Although most respondents reported satisfactory practices, gaps were identified in knowledge and attitudes. This suggests a need for further investigation focused on the observed practices and strengthening health education activities for the community.

scholarly journals Evaluating the knowledge, attitudes and practices of the UAE community on microbiota composition and the main factors affecting it: a cross-sectional study

BMJ Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. e047869
Author(s):  
Hiba Jawdat Barqawi ◽  
Saryia Farouk Adra ◽  
Hiba Riad Ramzi ◽  
Mahmoud Alaa Abouaggour ◽  
Shamma Khamis Almehairi
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Microbiota Composition ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Main Factors ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Mlr Model

ObjectivesThis study aims to explore the knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) of the population in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) regarding microbiota and the main factors affecting its composition.Design/settingA cross-sectional study, using a self-administered questionnaire, was conducted from May 2018 to September 2018, recruiting participants in public venues via convenience sampling.ParticipantsUAE residents (aged 18 years and above) who spoke either Arabic or English.Results419 responses were completed and analysed using SPSS V.24. Only 29.3% (n=94) of the participants who defined microbiota correctly had good knowledge. There was a significant difference in knowledge among different age groups (p=0.004) and educational levels (p<0.001). Multiple linear regression (MLR) model indicated that being a university student and a healthcare professional (HCP) are the only significant predictors regarding microbiota knowledge (p=0.014 and p<0.001, respectively). Of the respondents who claimed to be aware of probiotics, only 9.1% (n=15) exhibited good knowledge. MLR model showed that being a postgraduate and an HCP are the only significant predictors for probiotics knowledge (p=0.016 and p<0.001, respectively). 42.4% (n=143) and 34.6% (n=28) of the non-medical and HCP participants, respectively, use antibiotics without a prescription. None of the respondents, with or without a medical background, demonstrated good attitudes and practices toward the use of antibiotics.ConclusionDespite the fact that the participants had a basic understanding of microbiota and probiotics, the overall knowledge was substandard. Additionally, the respondents engaged in improper practices that alter the microbiota composition, especially via antibiotics misuse. Campaigns should target the general population as well as HCPs to upheave their overall KAP.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) Regarding Physical Activity among Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) in Suva, Fiji

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (6) ◽  
pp. 91
Author(s):  
Keresi Rokorua Bako ◽  
Masoud Mohammadnezhad ◽  
Sabiha Khan
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Good Practice ◽  
Behavioural Change ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

BACKGROUND: More than 60% of the world&rsquo;s population is not physically active. Physical inactivity affects all sectors of the population including among healthcare professionals (HCPs). The objective of this study was to determine the level of knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) regarding the concept, benefits and health consequences of physical activity (PA) among HCPs in Suva, Fiji. METHODS: This quantitative, cross-sectional study was conducted among HCPs in Suva, Fiji between 1 July 2017 and 22 September 2017. All available HCPs including doctors, nurses and paramedics who were willing to take part in the study were included. A validated self-administered questionnaire was used to assess the level of KAP regarding PA. Data was analysed with Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) 25. RESULTS: 126 HCPs participated in this study with the majority being female (73.8%), in the age range of 33 &ndash; 42 years (47.6%), married (81.7%), from the nursing profession (54.0%) and within 0-5 years of experience (27.0%). The results showed that most of the participants (96.8%) had a high level of knowledge, positive attitudes (100%) and good practice (95%) regarding PA. CONCLUSION: Although the study participants had high levels of knowledge and positive attitudes towards PA, it is important to promote their practice. Using tailored behavioural change theories that focus on perceived benefits and barriers of PA may help decision-makers to promote PA in the workplace and among HCPs in Fiji.

scholarly journals Predictors of misconceptions, knowledge, attitudes, and practices of COVID-19 pandemic among a sample of Saudi population and its impact: a cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mukhtiar Baig ◽  
Tahir Jameel ◽  
Sami H Alzahrani ◽  
Ahmad A Mirza ◽  
Zohair J Gazzaz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Male Gender ◽  
Saudi Population ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Study Participants ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

ABSTRACTObjectivesTo explore the predictors of misconceptions, knowledge, attitudes, and practices of the COVID-19 pandemic among a sample of the Saudi population and its impact.DesignAn online cross-sectional study.SettingJeddah, Saudi Arabia.ParticipantsA total of 2006 participants [953(47.5%) females, and 1053(52.5%) males], and more than 18 years of age were included in the study.Data collection and analysisThis cross-sectional survey was conducted at the Faculty of Medicine, Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University (KAU). The participants were approached by social media (SM). An online questionnaire was administered, and the data were analyzed on SPSS-26.ResultsThe SM was the leading source of information 889(43.9%). Two-thirds of the participants, 1250(66.9%) had various misconceptions, and about one-third of the study participants 637(31.7%) had disturbed social, mental, and psychological wellbeing, and many participants became more religious. Two-thirds of the study participants, 1292(68.1%) had good knowledge score. The attitude was highly positive in 1867(93.1%) participants’, and the practice score was adequate in 1939(97.7%). The participants’ educational status was the predictor of good knowledge. Male gender and divorced ones were the predictor of poor practice scores and age 51-60 years, private jobholders, and students were the predictors of the good practice scores. The Saudi nationality was the predictor of participants’ positive attitude, while the male gender and divorced ones were predictors of a negative attitude. The male gender and higher education status were the predictors of good concepts, while the older age and job (own business) were the predictors of misconceptions.ConclusionOur study observed several predictors of misconceptions, knowledge, attitudes, and practices among the Saudi population. Our participants had a good realization of the impact of this pandemic.Strengths and limitationsOurs is the first study involving the general population of Saudi Arabia at a time when COVID-19 has tremendously affected the society.The use of a validated questionnaire has strengthened the study results.The sample size is adequate and representing different segments of society.One of the limitations is the convenience sampling method.Besides, the study used an online questionnaire, so we could not reach the section of society that is not using the internet.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitude and Practice towards Religious Obligations among Healthcare Workers in Hospital Langkawi, Malaysia

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hafiz J ◽  
Dzulkhairi MR ◽  
Shamsir MA ◽  
Abu N
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Good Practice ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Introduction: Islamic prayers involve certain physical movements and positions. These positions may be difficult to achieve in Muslim patients who suffer from any illness that limit their physical movements. Therefore, Islam introduced the concept of Rukhsah or exemptions. The objective of this study was to assess the knowledge, attitudes and practices of healthcare workers related to performing prayers during illness. Materials and Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted among 121 healthcare workers in Hospital Langkawi, between 22nd to 24th April 2014. Simple random sampling method was used to select the participants among healthcare workers in Hospital Langkawi to attend a workshop on Rukhsah Ibadah. The participants were given a set of questionnaire to answer and all the data were collected just before the talk began. Results: The majority of the participants 108 (89.3%) were female and more than half of them 74 (61.2%) were staff nurses. The mean age for the participants was 32.4 (SD: 9.42) years. About 73 (60.3%) of the participants have good knowledge, 62 (51.2%) have good attitude and 73 (60.3%) have good practice towards religious obligations and Rukhsah. Bivariate analysis shows no correlation between age and knowledge, attitude and practice score. There was also no correlation seen between knowledge, attitude and practice score. Conclusion: Almost half of the participants have good knowledge, attitude and practice on performing prayers during illness. By conducting proper training and coaching, it is hoped that their level of understanding towards Rukhsah can be improved.

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