scholarly journals Compliance of Healthcare Professionals with Safety Measures for Control of Hepatitis Viruses in Hemodialysis Centers: An Experience from Southeast Iran

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-5 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sodaif Darvish Moghaddam ◽  
Mohammad Javad Zahedi ◽  
Mahdieh Dalili ◽  
Mostafa Shokoohi
Keyword(s):  
Infection Control ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Compliance Rate ◽  
Healthcare Services ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Hepatitis Viruses ◽  
Safety Measures ◽  
Infection Control Measures ◽  
Periodic Monitoring ◽  
Single Use

Introduction. Noncompliance with the recommended infection control measures by the healthcare professionals (HCPs) plays a major role in transmission of hepatitis B (HBV) and hepatitis C (HCV) viruses in hemodialysis (HD) wards. This study aimed to determine the compliance rate of the HCP with safety measures in the HD wards in southeast Iran. Patients and Methods. A total of 208 patients were enrolled. Adherence of HCPs with standard infection control measures was assessed. Results. Sixty-one HCPs with a mean age of 32.4 ± 11.2 years old were responsible for healthcare services. Compliance with the following items was weak: not sharing medications trolley (29.8%), disinfecting the shared instruments (46.2%), using single use materials for many patients (52.4%), carrying used materials in disposable containers (51.9%), not returning of unused materials to the clean room (55.3%), and adherence to hand washing (58.7%). Periodic monitoring for HBV and HCV was performed on 100% and 69.7% of the patients, respectively. Less than 2/3 of HCPs participated in the retraining courses. Conclusion. Compliance of HCPs with safety measures for viral hepatitis prevention was partly inadequate in HD wards. Emphasis on retraining of HCPs and official supervision would be effective steps in the reduction of viral dissemination.

scholarly journals Knowledge and practices towards COVID-19 among Palestinians during the COVID-19 outbreak: A second round cross-sectional survey

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nouar Qutob ◽  
Faisal Awartani ◽  
Mohammad Asia ◽  
Imad Abu Khader
Keyword(s):  
Infection Control ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
The West ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Safety Measures ◽  
Infection Control Measures ◽  
Stratified Sample ◽  
Health Administrators ◽  
Round Cross

AbstractCoronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a highly transmissible illness that spreads rapidly through human-to-human transmission. To assess the knowledge and practices of Palestinians towards COVID-19 after the ease of movement restrictions, we collected data from Palestinian adults between June 15th and June 30th 2020. The participants’ pool represented a stratified sample of 1355 adults from Palestinian households across 11 governorates in the West Bank. The questionnaire included 7 demographic questions, 13 questions about participants’ knowledge and awareness of COVID–19, and 4 questions regarding the participants’ safety measures that had been taken in the last three months. Based on the results of this study, we conclude that the majority of participants have a good knowledge about COVID-19, but were not adequately committed to the infection control measures necessary to protect themselves and others. The findings may provide valuable feedback to lawmakers and health administrators to prevent the spread of the epidemic.

scholarly journals Adapting practice in mental healthcare settings during the COVID-19 pandemic and other contagions: systematic review

BJPsych Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jessica Raphael ◽  
Rachel Winter ◽  
Katherine Berry
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Mental Health Services ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Infection Control ◽  
Mental Healthcare ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Healthcare Services ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Infection Control Measures

Background During the global COVID-19 pandemic, there has been guidance concerning adaptations that physical healthcare services can implement to aid containment, but there is relatively little guidance for how mental healthcare services should adapt service provision to better support staff and patients, and minimise contagion spread. Aims This systematic review explores service adaptations in mental health services during the COVID-19 pandemic and other contagions. Method The Allied and Complementary Medicine database (AMED), the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), EMBASE, Medline, PsycINFO and Web of Science were systematically searched for published studies from database inception to April 2020. Data were extracted focusing on changes to mental health services during contagion outbreaks. Data were analysed with thematic analysis. Results Nineteen papers were included: six correspondence/point-of-view papers, five research papers, five reflection papers, two healthcare guideline documents and one government document. Analysis highlighted four main areas for mental health services to consider during contagion outbreaks: infection control measures to minimise contagion spread, including procedural and practical solutions across different mental health settings; service delivery, including service changes, operational planning and continuity of care; staff well-being (psychological and practical support); and information and communication. Conclusions Mental health services need to consider infection control measures and implement service changes to support continuity of care, and patient and staff well-being. Services also need to ensure they are communicating important information in a clear and accessible manner with their staff and patients, regarding service delivery, contagion symptoms, government guidelines and well-being.

scholarly journals Infection Control Measures in Pakistani Dental Practices During COVID-19 Outbreak

2021 ◽  
Vol 30 (03) ◽  
pp. 152-156
Author(s):  
Yashfika Abdul Bari ◽  
◽  
Syeda Maliha Waqar ◽  
Saqif Nasir ◽  
Kamil Zafar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Infection Control ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Infection Control Measures ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Dental Practices ◽  
Single Use ◽  
Study Participants

OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study is to assess infection control measures in dental practices during COVID-19 outbreak in Pakistan. METHODOLOGY: It was a cross-sectional web based survey conducted during COVID-19 outbreak from the period of June 2020 to August 2020. The study participants were the dental surgeons who were either working in hospital setup or running their own private practice or working in private dental setup. The survey consisted of sets of questions to assess whether dental practitioners have implemented strategies to combat novel corona virus infection in their practice. It also consists of questions that assess aerosol generating procedures are commencing with or without out any COVID-19 symptoms. RESULTS: About 39.1% participants reported that 75% of the number of patients in their clinic had been reduced and 52.2% of the participants reported that >50% of the patients came for endodontic procedures with pain. Eighty one percent of the participants were maintaining hand hygiene before touching all patients, 71.7% before any cleaning, 78.3% before any aseptic procedure, 81% after exposure to patient’s fluid and 80.4% after touching. There was low compliance regarding the use of personal protective equipment and almost 62.6% were using eye wear for all patients, 58.7% were disinfecting whole clinical room before new patient and 43.9% were using single use (disposable) examination set during COVID-19 outbreak. CONCLUSION: Majority of dentist in Pakistan were following the recommendations and guidelines of infection control practices related to COVID-19 pandemic. KEYWORDS: COVID-19, coronavirus, infection control measures, practices, dentistry

scholarly journals HEMATOLOGY PATIENT PROTECTION DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC IN ITALY: A NATIONWIDE NURSING SURVEY

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. e2021011
Author(s):  
Stefano Botti ◽  
Nicola Serra ◽  
Fausto Castagnetti ◽  
Sabina Chiaretti ◽  
Nicola Mordini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Infection Control ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Central Italy ◽  
General Information ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Infection Prevention And Control ◽  
Infection Control Measures ◽  
Patient Protection ◽  
Critical Issues ◽  
Protection Strategies

Background: Italy has been one of the first European countries hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, with many patients dying from severe respiratory issues, especially frail subjects. Hematology patients are generally thought to be at high risk of developing severe COVID-19-associated complications. The aim of this work was to describe the infection control measures adopted in Italian hematology settings to protect patients and healthcare professionals. Materials and Methods: On behalf of the Nursing Campus in Hematology Group, a nationwide nursing survey was conducted. Questionnaire items included general information, infection control measures, patient and healthcare professional protection, information management, and participants opinion on key issues. Data have been analyzed by center location (Northern, Central or Southern Italy) and by patient age (adult vs pediatric). Results: Forty-four Italian hematology centers participated, representing 52.4% of those invited. Patients underwent nasopharyngeal swabs (93.2%) generally the day before admission (43.2%), though less frequently in southern centers (p = 0.0377). Visitor restrictions were implemented in all centers: 65.9% barred all visitors, while 25.0% allowed visitors only for patients with specific conditions, especially in central Italy. Deficiency of personal protective equipment, including masks (45.5%) and gloves (22.7%), was reported, although the nurses’ opinion was that the emergency was nevertheless well managed in terms of protecting patients and professionals. Almost all healthcare institutions (97.7%) provided recommendations on emergency management. No significant differences were found between adult and pediatric centers in terms of infection prevention and control. Discussion:. Low variability in patient protection strategies was observed, meaning that national recommendations were effective. However, some critical issues emerged regarding the management of infected healthcare professionals and their contacts.

scholarly journals COVID-19 and Dental Practice: A Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (5) ◽  
pp. 113-115
Author(s):  
Sana Bashir
Keyword(s):  
Infection Control ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Specific Treatment ◽  
Viral Disease ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Infection Control Measures ◽  
Dental Clinics ◽  
Novel Coronavirus ◽  
Close Contacts

Novel coronavirus outbreak which started in Wuhan in December 2019 has spread across the globe at a high pace. This infection can be transmitted through droplets, close contacts, aerosols and other forms. Both uninfected patients and healthcare professionals are hesitating in seeing each other being scared of catching this viral disease. To overcome this upcoming gap between healthcare professionals and patients, there is a need to find out a way to answer their concerns and reinforce their confidence. As no specific treatment for this pandemic exists, one can only rely on infection control measures to prevent further spread of this disease. The aim  of  this  review  is to focus on  specific guidelines in order to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission in dental clinics and hospitals.

scholarly journals Long-Term Acceptability of Hygiene, Face Covering, and Social Distancing Interventions to Prevent Exacerbations in people living with Airways Diseases

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
John R Hurst ◽  
Andrew Cumella ◽  
Camila Nagoda Niklewicz ◽  
Keir Elmslie James Philip ◽  
Victoria Singh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Infection Control ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Substantial Reduction ◽  
Public Spaces ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Public Places ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Infection Control Measures

Introduction: There has been a substantial reduction in admissions to hospital with exacerbations of airways diseases during the COVID19 pandemic, likely because measures introduced to prevent the spread of SARSCoV2 also reduced transmission of other respiratory viruses. The acceptability to patients of continuing such interventions beyond the pandemic as a measure to prevent exacerbations is not known. Method: An online survey of people living with respiratory disease was created by the Asthma UK British Lung Foundation Partnership. People were asked what infection control measures they expected to continue themselves, and what they thought should be policy for the population more generally in the future, once the COVID19 pandemic had subsided. Results: 4442 people completed the survey: 3627 with asthma, 258 with bronchiectasis and 557 with COPD. Regarding personal behaviour, 79.5% would continue increased handwashing, 68.6% social distancing indoors, 46.9% would continue to wear a face covering in indoor public places (45.7% on public transport), and 59.3% would avoid friends and family who were unwell with a respiratory infection. 45.6% wanted healthcare professionals to continue wearing a mask when seeing patients. 60.7% thought that face coverings should continue to be worn by everyone in indoor public spaces during the flu season. Women and older people were, in general, more cautious. Conclusion: People living with airways diseases are supportive of infection control measures to reduce the risk of exacerbations and such measures should be considered for inclusion in guidelines. Further research to refine understanding of the most effective approaches is needed.

Eye in COVID-19: A Brief Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Mohsin Ali ◽  
Qudsia Anwar Dar ◽  
Zahid Kamal ◽  
Alishba Khan
Keyword(s):  
Infection Control ◽  
Respiratory Symptoms ◽  
Literature Search ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Transmission Route ◽  
Ocular Manifestation ◽  
Personal Protection ◽  
Personal Protection Equipment ◽  
Ocular Manifestations ◽  
Infection Control Measures

This is a brief review covering the currently available literature on ocular manifestations of COVID-19, andprevention strategies for ophthalmologists. A literature search was carried out of Pubmed, Google Scholar andWHO database of publications on COVID. Keywords used in the search were eye, ocular manifestations,ophthalmology, COVID-19, nCoV-2019, and coronavirus disease. All available articles were reviewed and thosepertinent to the study topic were included. Considering the dearth of information available, ophthalmology journals were also searched separately for relevant articles. Major ocular manifestation of COVID reported in literature is red eye, which usually presents before the onset of respiratory symptoms. Since the eye can be a possible transmission route for SARS-CoV-2, infection control measures should be undertaken by ophthalmologists, including use of personal protection equipment and eye/face covering. A framework for structuring ophthalmological services during the COVID pandemic is also presented in this review.

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