scholarly journals Ergonomics knowledge, attitude, and practice among biomedical scientists

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nasar Alwahaibi ◽  
Ibrahim Al Abri ◽  
Mallak Al Sadairi ◽  
Samira Al Rawahi
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Healthcare Services ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
High Attitude ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Biomedical scientists (BMSs) are important professionals for healthcare services as they help in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of numerous diseases. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study to assess ergonomics knowledge, attitude, and practice among BMSs. A cross-sectional study was carried out among BMSs using a self-constructed questionnaire. The association between these parameters and various risk factors was measured using the Chi-square test. The study included 110 BMSs. Females represented 68.2% and 45.5% were in the age of 25-34. Good ergonomics knowledge showed in 54.5% and 82.7% showed high positive attitude. However, poor ergonomics showed in 83.5%. There was no significant interrelation between the three parameters. A significant association was found between the male gender (0.040), more than 20 working experience (0.016), and good ergonomics practice. Biomedical scientists have good knowledge, high attitude but the poor practice of ergonomics. Ergonomics training and practice should be firmly enhanced among these healthcare professionals.

scholarly journals Assessment of knowledge, attitude and practice regarding rabies and its prevention among construction workers: a cross-sectional study in Berhampur, Odisha

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (9) ◽  
pp. 3971 ◽  
Author(s):  
Radha Madhab Tripathy ◽  
Sushree Priyadarsini Satapathy ◽  
Nivedita Karmee
Keyword(s):  
Sex Education ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Human Infection ◽  
Construction Workers ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Background: Rabies is a viral zoonosis and human infection usually occurs following transdermal bite or scratch by an infected animal. It is one of the most dangerous and completely preventable diseases. Construction workers are vulnerable to animal bites. So, this study was undertaken to study the knowledge, attitude and practice regarding animal bite and rabies among construction workers.Methods: A cross sectional study was done in campus of MKCG medical college, Berhampur, Odisha, India. Data was collected by using pre-designed interview from 400 construction workers. Data was entered and analyzed using SPSS V.17. Descriptive statistics and chi square test were applied. KAP score were calculated. P<0.05 was considered statistically significant.Results: Mean age group of study participants was 37.75±15.8, 72.5% were male and 27.5% were female. 84% of the participants had heard the word rabies. 65.75% among them had poor KAP score. KAP score was significantly associated with age, sex, education and residence.Conclusions: Construction workers had poor knowledge about animal bite and rabies. Their knowledge, attitude and practice with respect to prevention and treatment of rabies can be improved by providing proper health education.

scholarly journals Study of knowledge, attitude and practice of peripheral intravenous cannulation among interns at Mc Gann teaching district hospital, Shivamogga: a descriptive cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (8) ◽  
pp. 1204
Author(s):  
Vedavathi Hanumaiah ◽  
Eshanu H. Shastry ◽  
Shreenivas Revankar
Keyword(s):  
District Hospital ◽  
Clinical Skill ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
First Choice ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Background: Peripheral intravenous cannulation (PIVC) is a first-choice vascular device, commonly performed clinical skill by junior medical doctors and interns in hospital. Improper technique of PIVC can lead to pain, stress, increased chance of infection. Thus, practising the appropriate PIVC technique is vital for interns. This study is conducted to analyse the understanding and necessity for training required to perform accurate PIVC. The objective of this descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted to determine and identify the level of knowledge, attitude and practice regarding PIVC among the interns of Mc Gann teaching district hospital, Shivamogga.Methods: A validated structured questionnaire containing 20 questions regarding PIVC in knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) format was distributed in hand among 109 interns affiliated to this institution. Descriptive statistics were used to illustrate the results in the form of number and percentage. Chi- square and one-way ANOVA was used to analyse the result. SPSS 21.0 was used.Results: 74% of the participating interns had proper knowledge about the vein commonly used for PIVC. Only 39% of the interns answered that PIVC was an aseptic technique. 108 participants had knowledge about the common complication due to PIVC which is thrombophlebitis. 2/3rd of the interns was supervised on their first PIVC procedure by a nurse. 94.4% of the interns were instructed regarding the hand washing technique during PIVC.Conclusions: Need for learning module and training programs to ensure the interns have knowledge PIVC technique, complications and management.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitude, and practice of healthcare professionals regarding infection prevention at Gondar University referral hospital, northwest Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Teshiwal Deress Yazie ◽  
Gezahegn Bewket Sharew ◽  
Wondwossen Abebe
Keyword(s):  
Infection Prevention ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Referral Hospital ◽  
Infection Prevention And Control ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Study Participants ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Abstract Objectives Workplace health and safety is vital in every organization particularly in the healthcare settings. The aim was to assess the levels of knowledge, attitude, and practices of the healthcare professionals towards safety at Gondar University referral hospital. An institution based cross-sectional study was conducted from February to June 2018. Proportional random sampling technique was used to include 282 study participants and data were collected using a structured self-administered questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS version 20. Results Among 282 study participants, 230 (81.6%), 181 (64.2%), and 162 (57.4%) had adequate knowledge, favorable attitude, and adequate practice scores, respectively. More than half (55.3%) of the study participants were untrained. There was a high (26.6%) prevalence of needlestick injury; however, the use of post-exposure prophylaxis after potential exposures was very limited. Generally, the levels of knowledge, attitude, and practice scores among the study participants were low. Therefore, there should be adequate and consistent supply of personal protective devices and other materials used for infection prevention and control. In addition, there should be awareness raising mechanism, including the provision of job aids and periodic training. Further, comprehensive studies should be conducted by including different types and levels of health facilities.

scholarly journals An Assessment of Nurses’ Knowledge Attitude and Practice (KAP) of Pharmacovigilance at a University Hospital

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (6) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Sample Size ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice ◽  
Nurses Knowledge

Objective: To assess nurses’ knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of pharmacovigilance. Design and Methods: A cross-sectional study that utilized questionnaires to evaluate nurses’ KAP of pharmacovigilance. A sample size of 234 nurses was selected using a 95% confidence level with the raosoft online sample size calculator. Stratified random sampling method was used to select nurses from different departments. Data were analysed with the SPSS 20 using descriptive and inferential measures. The chi-square test was used to test the association between two attributes at a P< 0.05 significance level. Results: 209 responses were received from 260 distributed questionnaires, giving an 80% response rate. Results for knowledge showed that 13.5% of the nurses had heard of the term pharmacovigilance prior to the study, while 58.4% correctly stated the functions of pharmacovigilance. Attitude towards pharmacovigilance revealed that 93.7% of the nurses felt it was a professional obligation to report adverse drug reactions (ADR). 98.1% of nurses felt that ADR reporting was necessary. Pharmacovigilance practice revealed that 68.8% of nurses indicated that they had noted an ADR while in practice, while 55.3% had reported an ADR. There was a significant association between nurses who noted ADRs in clinical practice and nurses who reported ADRs, χ2 (1) = 86.642, p < 0.05. Conclusion: Registered nurses at UHWI showed a good attitude towards pharmacovigilance, although their knowledge and practice was limited.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Associated with Antibiotic Use among University Students: A Survey in Nepal

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (20) ◽  
pp. 3996 ◽  
Author(s):  
Poonam Shah ◽  
Rajeev Shrestha ◽  
Zongfu Mao ◽  
Yilin Chen ◽  
Yan Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Antibiotic Use ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Media Campaigns ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

The purpose of this study was to conduct a preliminary study to assess knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) associated with antibiotic use among medical students (MS) and non-medical students (NMS) at Kathmandu University, Nepal. A self-administered questionnaire was distributed to 1223 students for a cross-sectional study. In total, 1222 questionnaires collected from 609 MS and 613 NMS were regarded as effective. A t-test and Chi-square test were applied to analyze the data. A total of 25 out of 39 questions in the KAP survey were found to have statistical significance. The MS showed higher levels of knowledge/attitude/practice associated with antibiotic use than the NMS. Significant gaps were found in and between the MS and NMS in the first and final years of study. Interventions, such as lectures, courses, workshops, and seminars on antibiotic use, along with internet and media campaigns, etc., are needed to improve the awareness and change the behavior of both the MS and the NMS of universities with regards to the rational use of antibiotics.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Regarding Personal Protective Equipment During COVID–19 Pandemic Among Healthcare Workers in Hetauda

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 48-56
Author(s):  
Susmita Bhattarai ◽  
Srijana Pradhan
Keyword(s):  
Personal Protective Equipment ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Protective Equipment ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Continue Education ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Introduction: Personal protective equipment (PPE) is one of the effective measures to protect health care workers while caring confirmed or suspected patients with COVID-19. Objective: To assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding the use of PPE among health­care workers (HCWs) in Hetauda during COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 138 HCWs from three hospitals in Hetauda: Hetauda Hospital, Makwanpur Sahakari hospital and Hetauda Orthopedic Hospital between December 2020 and January 2021 for two weeks. A validated self-administered question­naire, Likert scale and Observational checklist were used for data collection. The simple descriptive statistics (percentage, mean) and inferential statistics (Chi-square test) were used for the data analysis. Results: The findings of the study showed that the mean age of the respondents was 26.54 years. Half of the total respondents 70 (50.7%) had adequate knowledge, half 69 (50%) had positive attitude and more than half of the respondents had poor practice 60 (60%) regarding the use of PPE during COVID-19 pandemic. There was significant association of knowledge regarding the use of PPE with training, continue education, profession and attitude at p<0.05 level of significance. Conclusion: This study concludes that the periodic training program for newly recruited HCWs and refresher training/ continue education for old HCWs to update about the proper use of PPE would enhance the knowledge, attitude and practice of the HCWs. The hospitals should follow the standard PPE guidelines by CDC or WHO while donning and doffing the PPE during the care of Covid patients.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitude and Practice regarding food hygiene among food handlers: A cross sectional study

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 14-19
Author(s):  
B Pokhrel ◽  
KP Pokhrel ◽  
MR Chhetri ◽  
RV Awate ◽  
NK Sah
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Food Hygiene ◽  
Food Handlers ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Service Staff ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Background and objectives: Food is an important basic necessity, its procurement, preparation and consumption is vital for the sustenance of life. However, diseases that spread through food are common and persistent problems result in appreciable morbidity and occasionally in death. Eating establishments provide food on a large scale and are important from the point of view of epidemiology of food borne diseases in the community. This study is carried out to assess the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) regarding food hygiene among food handlers working in food establishment in Nehru Nagar, Belgaum City.Material and Methods: A descriptive cross sectional study was conducted in food establishment in Nehru Nagar, Belgaum City. Sample is a subset of a population selected to participate in a study. Total number of food establishment’s functioning in Nehru Nagar is 103. . From each food establishment’s one cook, one helper and one service staff was selected randomly. Hence the total number of samples in the study is 103x 3= 309. Pre-tested structured questionnaire was used to gather information regarding practices of food hygiene. Data were coded and entered into SPSS sheet and analyzed by using SPSS software (SPSS 20.0 Version). Proportions were calculated wherever required from frequency tables. Chi square test was used.Results: The maximum number of subjects 251(81.2%) had average knowledge, 237 (76.7%) had average attitude and 262 (84.8%) had average practice. There is a statistically significant association found between demographic variables such as, nationality, religion, education, marital status, duration of employment, with knowledge of food handlers at the p < 0.05 level of significance.Conclusion: The food hygiene is an important aspect in food establishments made it compulsory for food handlers to provide clean food and free from contamination.Janaki Medical College Journal of Medical Sciences (2015) Vol. 3 (1):14-19

scholarly journals Data on self-medication among healthcare students at Najran University, KSA

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (5) ◽  
pp. 599-607
Author(s):  
Siraj DAA Khan ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Health Professionals ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Use Of Self ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Harmful Effects ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

The prevalence of self-medication (SM) has increased in health professionals due to awareness of disease and symptoms. Incorrect use of medication caused harmful effects. To assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of health professionals, this survey was conducted. A cross-sectional study was carried out among health professionals of different specialities. Knowledge, attitude and practice-based questions were asked through an electronically distributed questionnaire. Data were statistically tested using the Chi-square test with SPSS. Most of the health professionals were aware with the term of self-medication; however the knowledge about related questions was not satisfactory. Almost half of the participants practiced self-medication. The prevalence of self-medication among participants was high. They need to be trained and educate about the incorrect use of self-medication.

Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice in Adverse Drug Reaction Reporting of Healthcare Professionals in Vietnam: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 001857872110468
Author(s):  
Hai-Yen Nguyen-Thi ◽  
Minh-Thu Do-Tran ◽  
Thuyen Lu Ngoc ◽  
Thuy-Tram Nguyen-Ngoc ◽  
Nguyen Dang Tu Le
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Adverse Drug Reaction Reporting ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Reporting Rate ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Adr Reporting ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice ◽  
Preferred Solutions

Background: Under-reporting is a major issue of ADR spontaneous reporting system. This study assesses the knowledge, attitude, and practice of healthcare professionals in Children’s Hospital in Vietnam and suggests solutions to enhance ADR reporting rate based on findings. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted and 397 self-administered structured questionnaires were distributed to all potential HCPs working in surveyed hospital within 2 weeks from June 03 to June 20, 2020. Results: Overall response rate was 97% with 384 responses. A majority answered correctly ADRs’ knowledge apart from form supplier (1.6%) and possible causes (2.6%). The need to focus on patient care (33.3%) and the trivia of reaction (31.5%) reduced HCPs’ attention. About 61.7% reported once in their career, 49.7% had training. Having trained group had numbers of practice significantly higher than their counterparts. Major reason for not reporting was lack of information and instruction. Preferred solutions were regularly training, updating, and collaboration of HCPs in reporting ADR. Conclusion: Healthcare professionals had adequate knowledge, positive attitude, and moderate practice. Training significantly raised the number of practices in reporting ADR. Preferred solutions were regular training, updating, and collaboration of healthcare professionals in ADR reporting.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitude and practices of general practitioners about use of antiviral drugs in viral infections other than HIV

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (7) ◽  
pp. 1285
Author(s):  
Shirish G. Beri ◽  
Harshavardhan S. Bhide ◽  
Priti P. Dhande ◽  
Aishwarya Raman
Keyword(s):  
General Practitioners ◽  
Viral Infections ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Antiviral Drugs ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Poor Knowledge ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Background: Antiviral drugs for viral infections other than HIV are effective only for hepatitis, herpes and influenza. It has been observed that general practitioners (GPs) treat viral infections with antibiotics. The use of antibiotics in viral infections is not rational. Hence, authors conducted this study to assess the Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of General Practitioners (GPs) about treatment of viral infections other than HIV.Methods: It was a descriptive, observational, cross- sectional study among 100 GPs in Southern Pune. A pretested questionnaire was used to assess their knowledge, attitude and practices about treatment of viral infections other than HIV. Prior informed written consent was taken from the GPs who were grouped under MBBS, BHMS and BAMS categories according to their qualifications. Correct answers among these groups were analysed using chi-square test, Spearman’s coefficient test and ANOVA.Results: The percentages of correct answers in the groups were comparable.56% GPs have poor knowledge of Influenza treatment.30-36% do not treat Herpes genitalis and zoster with antiviral drugs. Authors found that 44%, 30% and 28% of total GPs don’t have proper knowledge, attitude and practice respectively about common viral infections other than HIV and antiviral drugs.Conclusions: GPs are significantly unaware about rational use of antiviral drugs. They have poor knowledge about management of influenza.

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