The Correlation Between The Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Soil-Transmitted Helminths Infection in the Workers of Kaliputih Plantation  Jember Regency

This study aimed to investigate the correlation between the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and the status of Soil-Transmitted Helminths infection in the workers of Kaliputih plantation in Jember Regency. The research method applied was Analytic observational with a Cross-sectional approach. The population, as well as the sample, were all workers of Kaliputih Plantation, Sumber Bulus Village, Ledokombo District, Jember Regency, by the total of 63 people. The sampling technique was the Total sampling. Laboratory analysis on faecal samples of respondents were conducted at the Parasitology Laboratory, Faculty of Medicine, University of Jember. Furthermore, the research data were analyzed using Chi-Square analysis or Fisher’s Exact Test. The results demonstrated that the prevalence of STH infection in Kaliputih Plantation workers was 25%. This figure was supported by the good awareness of the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) of workers (91.67%). In addition, the Soil-Transmitted Helminths species that infested the plantation workers were Ascaris lumbricoides, found in 6 people (16.67%), and Hookworm, found in 3 people (8.33%). Finally, the result of Chi-square analysis showed a significance value of <0.05. Therefore, it can be concluded that the use of PPE in Kaliputih plantation workers had a significant correlation with the STH infection status. Keywords: Correlation, PPE, Soil-Transmitted Helminths Infection

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Relationship between Knowledge and Using Personal Protective Equipment in Tuberculosis Ward and Polyclinic of Hospital X

Mutiara Medika Jurnal Kedokteran dan Kesehatan ◽

10.18196/mmjkk.v21i1.6157 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 21 (1) ◽

pp. 20-25

Author(s):

Ekorini Listiowati ◽

Fitria Eka Rianti

Keyword(s):

Personal Protective Equipment ◽

Significant Relationship ◽

Statistical Tests ◽

Sampling Technique ◽

Protective Equipment ◽

Research Subjects ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Cross Sectional Design ◽

Chi Square Analysis

Tuberculosis (TB) prevalence in Indonesia occupies the 2nd position globally; therefore, it is necessary to prevent TB transmission, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in high-risk individuals. This study aims to determine the relationship between nurses' knowledge and behavior in using PPE to prevent TB transmission in hospitals. This study used a cross-sectional design, with the research subjects of all nurses in the isolation room and the TB polyclinic in a private hospital (X) in Yogyakarta. The study was attended by 38 nurses, with a total sampling technique. Data were obtained using a questionnaire. The data analysis employed descriptive statistical tests and chi-square. This study’s results indicated that most nurses had good knowledge (31 people; 81.6%) and good behavior (32 people; 84.2%). Chi-square analysis revealed a significant relationship between knowledge and nurses' behavior in using PPE (p = 0.000). It was concluded that there was a significant relationship between knowledge and nurses' behavior in using PPE in the TB ward and polyclinic at Hospital X.

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Practices of Midwives in the Use of Personal Protective Equipment when Aid Labor during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Nursing and Health Sciences Journal (NHSJ) ◽

10.53713/nhs.v1i2.45 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 1 (2) ◽

pp. 173-179

Author(s):

Shinta Novelia ◽

Rosmawati Lubis ◽

Reni Murniati ◽

Bunga Tiara Carolin

Keyword(s):

Personal Protective Equipment ◽

Sampling Technique ◽

Medical Personnel ◽

Average Score ◽

Protective Equipment ◽

Validity And Reliability ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Personal Protection Equipment ◽

Average Value

Background: In the era of the COVID-19 pandemic, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is very important to reduce the risk of transmitting infectious diseases to medical personnel because it can prevent contact with pathogens. This shows that midwives as first-line managers of pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum cases must be vigilant by wearing complete Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) so that there is no transmission of the virus from the patient to the midwife. Objective: To determine the analysis of midwives' practices in using PPE when assisting labor during the COVID-19 pandemic at the Banten Regional General Hospital 2020-2021. Methodology: A quantitative analytic study using a cross sectional approach. The sample in this study was 102 respondents with purposive sampling technique. Data were analyzed using SPSS with Chi Square, which previously tested the validity and reliability. Results: The use of PPE in midwives in Banten Hospital obtained an average value of 84.3. Based on age, the average value was 53.9. Based on the length of service, the average score was 96.1. Based on education, the average score is 55.9. The results of the chi-square test showed that all independent variables had no relationship with the use of PPE including knowledge (p = 0.323), attitude (p = 0.665), availability of PPE (p = 0.740), and supervision (p = 0.603). Conclusions and Suggestions: The use of PPE in midwives has no relationship with knowledge, attitudes, availability of PPE and supervision. There is a need for socialization about the importance of using PPE to midwives in order to maintain the quality of expected care services. There is a need for an K3 unit in Banten Hospital which is one of the authorities. There needs to be special attention from the Hospital Management regarding the supervision of the use of PPE in midwives.

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Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Pekerja Dalam Pemakaian Alat Pelindung Diri Pada PT. X

Jurnal Endurance ◽

10.22216/jen.v5i1.4578 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 5 (1) ◽

pp. 1

Author(s):

Melda Yenni ◽

Ede Surya Darmawan

Keyword(s):

Personal Protective Equipment ◽

Sampling Technique ◽

P Value ◽

Protective Equipment ◽

Questionnaire Data ◽

Inclusion Criteria ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Purposive Sampling ◽

Study Population

Awareness of the benefits of using personal protective equipment (PPE) needs to be instilled in every workforce, because feeling uncomfortable (uncomfortable, hot, heavy, disturbed) is one reason why a worker does not use personal protective equipment (PPE). This study aims to look at the factors that influence workers in the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at PT. X This research is an analytic study with cross sectional approach. The study population was all workers at PT X while the study sample was workers at PT X as many as 77 workers. The sampling technique using purposive sampling technique based on inclusion criteria. The study was conducted in August to September 2017. The research instrument was a questionnaire. Data collection techniques with interviews. Data were analyzed using a statistical test that is chi square. The results showed that workers who are not compliant in usage are categorized as bad, that is 61.0%. Bivariate results indicate variables that influence workers in the use of PPE are supervision (p-value = 0.001). Variables that did not affect the behavior of PPE use were coworkers (p-value = 0.522) and punistment (p-value = 0.281). From the results above it can be concluded that the compliance of PPE usage in PT. X is influenced by supervision. Kesadaran akan manfaat penggunaan alat pelindung diri (APD) perlu ditanamkan pada setiap tenaga kerja, karena perasaan tidak nyaman (risih, panas, berat, terganggu) merupakan salah satu alasan mengapa seorang pekerja tidak menggunakan alat pelindung diri (APD). Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melihat faktor yang mempengaruhi pekerja dalam pemakaian Alat Pelindung Diri (APD) pada PT. X .Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian analitik dengan pendekatan potong lintang (cross sectional). Populasi penelitian adalah seluruh pekerja di PT X sedangkan sampel penelitian adalah pekerja di PT X sebanyak 77 pekerja. Teknik pengambilan sampel dengan mengunakan teknik purposive sampling berdasarakan kriteria inklusi. Penelitian dilakukan pada bulan Agustus sampai dengan September 2017. Instrumen penelitian adalah kuesioner. Teknik pengumpulan data dengan wawancar. Data dianalisis mengunakn uji statistik yaitu chi square. Hasil penelitian diperoleh bahwa pekerja yang tidak patuh dalam pemakain dikategorikan buruk yaitu sebesar 61,0%. Hasil bivariat menunjukkan variabel yang mempengaruhi pekerja dalam pemakaian APD yaitu pengawasan (p-value=0,001). Variabel yang tidak mempengaruhi perilaku pemakaian APD adalah rekan kerja (p-value=0,522) dan punistment (p-value=0,281). Dari hasil diatas dapat disimpulkan bahwa kepatuhan pemakian APD di PT. X dipengaruhi oleh pengawasan.

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Knowledge and Practice of Battery Technicians about Lead Poisoning in the Workplace

Archives of Occupational Health ◽

10.18502/aoh.v3i4.1550 ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

TajudeenOlusegun Rasheed

Keyword(s):

Lead Poisoning ◽

Occupational Safety ◽

Survey Design ◽

Sampling Technique ◽

Systematic Sampling ◽

Protective Equipment ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Chi Square Analysis

Background: Utilization of self-protective equipment at the workplace of battery technicians could consequently protect the health of the artisans ‘and prevent lead-related occupational hazards. This study assessed the knowledge of lead poisoning hazards and the rate of utilization of personal protective equipment (PPE)among battery technicians in Lagos, Nigeria. Methods: This study was a quantitative, cross-sectional survey design. Multistage and systematic sampling technique was used to select N=384 adult battery technicians aged 18 years old and higher. The questionnaire was validated and the reliability established through pilot study. Data were collected and analyzed with chi-square and multiple logistic regressions statistical model using SPSS version 24.No missing N value and hypotheses were tested at p < 0.05 and 95% confidence interval. Results: Few participants, 9.9% had good knowledge of lead poisoning hazards, and it indicates a poor level. The rate of utilization of PPE at the workplaces was 18 % which is low. Chi-square analysis of the knowledge of lead poisoning hazard and PPE utilization for battery technicians in the organized and roadside settings were X2=0.1481, p=0.7003, and X²=3.2607, p=0.0709, respectively which isnot statistically significant. Conclusion: Knowledge of lead poisoning hazard influenced the rate of utilization of PPE at the workplace of battery technicians. So, an effort to improve the use of PPE could be done through implementation of occupational safety policy, training and dissemination of information on the threat of lead poisoning for battery technicians to achieve positive behavioral change.

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Personal Hygiene and Toxoplasmosis Occurences in “Bungkul Cat Lovers” Cat Owners Community in Surabaya: An Association Study

JURNAL KESEHATAN LINGKUNGAN ◽

10.20473/jkl.v11i2.2019.116-122 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 11 (2) ◽

pp. 116

Author(s):

Irma Rachmawati

Keyword(s):

Personal Protective Equipment ◽

Sampling Technique ◽

Simple Random Sampling ◽

Personal Hygiene ◽

Protective Equipment ◽

Test Results ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Exact Test ◽

Cross Sectional Design ◽

Toxoplasma Gondii Infection

Pet owners, especially those often in contact with cats, are susceptible to Toxoplasma gondii infection. Personal hygiene is a control for various kinds of disease, one of which is Toxoplasmosis. The aim of this research was to analyze correlation between cat exposure and personal hygiene habits which consist of handwashing, using personal protective equipment and cleaning residents with toxoplasmosis. This research used cross sectional design with a sample size of 19 respondents, which was determined according to the simple random sampling technique. The research was done on the "Bungkul Cat Lovers" cat owners community 2018 in Surabaya. Data were analyzed using Fisher's exact test. Data were collected through Anti-Toxoplasma IgG and IgM Immunoglobulins laboratory tests, interviews, questionnaires and observations. Serologic test results showed that positive Anti-Toxoplasma IgMs were 0% and positive Anti-Toxoplasma IgGs were 31,4%. The result showed that there was a correlation between personal hygiene habits which consist of handwashing (p=0,041<0,05), using personal protective equipment (p=0,044<0,05) and cleaning residents with Toxoplasmosis (p=0,018<0,05). The conclusion of this research is that personal hygiene holds an important role in Toxoplasmosis.

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HUBUNGAN PENGETAHUAN SIKAP MOTIVASI DENGAN PRAKTEK PERAWAT DALAM PENGGUNAAN ALAT PELINDUNG DIRI DI RSUD SOEWONDO KENDAL

Jurnal Ilmu dan Teknologi Kesehatan ◽

10.33666/jitk.v9i2.193 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 9 (2) ◽

Author(s):

Rahayu Winarti

Keyword(s):

Personal Protective Equipment ◽

Univariate Analysis ◽

Good Knowledge ◽

P Value ◽

Protective Equipment ◽

Fisher Exact Test ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Exact Test ◽

And Behavior

Keselamatan pasien di RS adalah sistem pelayanan dalam suatu RS yang memberikan asuhan pasien menjadi lebih aman dan nyaman. Infeksi nosokomial merupakan salah satu penyebab meningkatnya angka kesakitan dan angka kematian di rumah sakit, sehingga kejadian infeksi nosokomial dapat memperpanjang masa rawat dan peningkatan biaya perawatan. Perawat diharapkan memiliki pengetahuan dan sikap dalam penggunaan alat pelindung diri. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan pengetahuan, sikap, dan motivasi praktek perawat dalam penggunaan alat pelindung dri di RSUD Soewondo Kendal.Jenis Penelitian ini adalah kuantitatif dengan desain deskriptif korelasi melalui pendekatan cross sectional. Pengumpulan data dengan melakukan observasi perawat dalam penggunaan alat pelindung diri dan dengan metode angket yang menggunakan kuisioner terstruktur. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah perawat di RSUD Soewondo Kendal sejumlah 127 dari beberapa ruang. Pengambilan sampel dengan tehnik Proportional Sampling. Analisis univariat menggunakan distribusi frekuensi dan prosentase (%) sedangkan Analisis bivariat menggunakan uji statistik Chi-Square. Hasil penelitian didapatkan dari 60 responden yang memiliki pengetahuan baik dan perilaku baik sebanyak 20 responden ( 33,3%), responden yang memiliki pengetahuan cukup dan perilaku baik sebanyak 26 responden (43,3%). Jumlah responden yang memiliki pengetahuan kurang dan perilakusebanyak 6 responden ( 10%). Responden yang memiliki pengetahuan baik dan perilaku tidak baik sebanyak 2 responden( 3,35%). Jumlah responden yang memiliki pengetahuan kurang dan perilaku tidak baik sebanyak 4 responden. Nilai pearson chi square 7,425 lebih dari nilai tabel, p value ( 0,024) < α ( 0,05 ) yang berarti ada hubungan antara pengetahuan tentang alat pelindung diri dengan perilaku dalam penggunaan alat pelindung diri. Hasil analisa hubungan sikap dengan perilaku didapatkan ada 2 sel yang nilai expected countnya kurates yang hasilnya kurang dari 5 (50%), maka menggunakan rumus Fisher exact test yang hasilnya p value ( 0,018) < α ( 0,05), yang berarti ada hubungan antara sikap tentang alat pelindung diri dengan perilaku dalam penggunaan alat pelindung diri. Hasil penelitian dengan nilai pearshon chi square 4,378 lebih dari nilai tabel, p value( 0,047) < α ( 0,05 ) yang berarti ada hubungan antara motivasi tentang alat pelindung diri dengan perilaku dalam penggunaan alat pelindung diri.Keterbatasan dalam penelitian ini tidak memasukkan predisposing factor yang lain seperti keyakinan, nilai dan kepercayaan, enabling factor : Lingkungan, Sarana, prasarana, dukungan, reinforcing factor : sikap petugas dan dukungan dalam penelitian ini.Kata Kunci : pengetahuan, sikap, motivasi, alat pelindung diri Relationship Knowledge Of Motivation Attitude With Nurse’s Practices In Use Of Self – Equipment’s In RSUD Soewondo KendalPatient safety in the hospital is a service system in a hospital that provides patient care becomes more secure and comfortable. Nosocomial infection is one of the causes of increasing morbidity and mortality rates in hospitals, so the incidence of nosocomial infections may prolong the length of stay and increased maintenance costs. Nurses are expected to have knowledge and attitude in the use of personal protective equipment. This study aims to determine the relationship of knowledge, attitudes, and motivation of nurse practice in the use of protective equipment in RSUD Soewondo Kendal.This research type is quantitative with descriptive correlation design through cross sectional approach. Data collection by observing nurses in the use of personal protective equipment and using structured questionnaires. The population in this study were nurses at Soewondo Kendal General Hospital in 127 from several ward. Sampling with Proportional Sampling technique. Univariate analysis using frequency distribution and percentage (%) while bivariate analysis using Chi-Square statistical test.The result of this research is obtained from 60 respondents who have good knowledge and good behavior as much as 20 respondents (33,3%), respondents who have enough knowledge and good behavior as much as 26 respondents (43,3%). Number of respondents who have less knowledge and behavior as much as 6 respondents (10%). Respondents who have good knowledge and bad behavior as much as 2 respondents (3.35%). Number of respondents who have less knowledge and bad behavior as many as 4 respondents. The value of pearson chi square is 7.425 more than the value of the table, p value (0.024) <α (0.05) which means there is a relationship between knowledge of personal protective equipment and the behavior in the use of personal protective equipment. The result of analysis of attitude correlation with behavior was found there were 2 cells whose value of expected count of kurates which result less than 5 (50%), then use Fisher exact test formula which result p value (0,018) <α (0,05), between attitudes about personal protective equipment and behavior in the use of personal protective equipment. The result of research with pearshon chi square 4,378 more than the value of table, p value (0,047) <α (0,05) meaning there is correlation between motivation about personal protective equipment and behavior in the use of personal protective equipment.Limitations in this study do not include other predisposing factors such as beliefs, values and beliefs, enabling factors: environment, means, infrastructure, support, reinforcing factors: officer attitudes and support in this study.Keywords: knowledge, attitude, motivation, personal protective equipment

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Adverse Skin Reactions Among Frontline Personnel Due To Personal Protective Equipment Against COVID-19

Journal of the Bahrain Medical Society ◽

10.26715/jbms.33_2021_2_2 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 33 (2) ◽

Keyword(s):

Personal Protective Equipment ◽

Female Gender ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Protective Equipment ◽

Front Line ◽

Online Questionnaire ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Skin Reactions ◽

Exact Test

Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has attracted global attention as it has expeditiously spread. Therefore, adherence to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) has become a daily necessity, particularly among front-line personnel. However, PPE is associated with some adverse skin reactions; hence, this study aimed to investigate the characteristics and prevalence of adverse skin reactions from PPE usage. Methods: This cross-sectional study with a random sample was carried out at Bahrain Defense Force Hospital (BDF) from January to March 2021, targeting the front-line personnel. An online questionnaire was sent regarding adverse skin reactions from PPE. A total of 145 healthcare workers (HCWs) were approached, and 132 (91%) responded. The results were analyzed through SPSS 21.0 software, and the Chi-square test or Fisher’s exact test was used to analyze discrete variables. Results: A total of 100 (75.8%) respondents suffered from adverse skin reactions. The most common findings were skin dryness, 100 (75.8%); itchiness, 67 (50.8%); and acne, 48 (36.4%). The most affected distant site was hands, 92 (69.7%). Female gender was significantly associated with skin changes, and only 22 (22%) participants with adverse skin reactions took medical advice. Conclusion: Adverse skin reactions from PPE were common. Therefore, improving awareness of practical methods is quintessential. Keywords: COVID-19; Eczema; Hand Hygiene; Masks; Skin Care

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HUBUNGAN PENGGUNAAN KOMPUTER DENGAN KEJADIAN NYERI KEPALA TIPE TEGANG PADA PEKERJA

Zona Kedokteran: Program Studi Pendidikan Dokter Universitas Batam ◽

10.37776/zked.v9i1.269 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 9 (1) ◽

pp. 27-38

Author(s):

Suryanti Suryanti ◽

Andi Ipaljri

Keyword(s):

Sampling Technique ◽

The United States ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Tension Headaches ◽

Technological Developments ◽

Tension Type Headaches ◽

Chi Square Analysis ◽

Relationship Of ◽

The Relationship

In the current era of globalization, humans always interact with technological developments. One result of the development of technology is the use of computers. The use of computers that are not under the ergonomic position causes effects on health, one of them is tension-type headaches. In the United States, 1-4% of patients coming to the Emergency Care Unit complain of headache, 90% of them are tension-type headaches. The proportion of migraine and other headache syndromes in the hospital. Harapan Bunda in 2011 and RS. Camatha Sahidya in Batam in Batam was 5% and 0.7% respectively. Whereas the incidence of tension headaches in 5 puskesmas in Batam in 2014 ranged from 0.5% - 1.3%. The proportion of tension headaches at the BIP Clinic in the January-April 2018 period is 1.5%. Tension-type headaches that occur continuously can cause barriers to daily activities. The purpose of this study is to determine the relationship of computer use with the incidence of tension-type headaches in workers. This research uses a descriptive-analytic method with a cross-sectional approach. The sampling technique is purposive sampling. Of 97 respondents who visited the clinical BIP that met the criteria, it was found that computer user respondents experienced tension-type headaches of 18 people (42.9%) and not tension-type headaches of 24 people (57.1%). Whereas the respondents who were not computer users experienced tension-type headaches of 10 people (18.2%), and non-tension-type headaches of 45 people (81.8%). Bivariate chi-square analysis showed that p = 0.008 (p <0.05). This means that Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected.

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Relationship between Motivation, Knowledge, and Availability with the Use of Personal Protective Equipment

The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health ◽

10.20473/ijosh.v8i2.2019.124-130 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 8 (2) ◽

pp. 124

Author(s):

Yogi Adiputro

Keyword(s):

Personal Protective Equipment ◽

Clinical Laboratory ◽

Health And Safety ◽

Strong Relationship ◽

Observational Research ◽

Protective Equipment ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Safety Standards ◽

Clinical Laboratories

Introduction: Clinical laboratories are a kind of workplace that must be designed in strict compliance with occupational health and safety standards to create a safe work environment. Fatal work accidents can inflict injuries caused by improper use of equipment, poisoning due to chemical substances in clinical laboratories, and transmission of dangerous diseases. Methods: This is an observational research with a cross sectional approach. The population of this study was 15 health analysts in the X Regional Clinical Laboratory of East Java. The research used total sampling method, carried out from July to September 2018. The dependent variable is the use of PPE and the independent variables are the lack of control and the basic causes. Data were analyzed using Chi square and Spearman correlation tests. Results: 53.3% of the employees of X Regional Clinical Laboratory of East Java use PPE accordingly. There is a strong relationship between knowledge and the use of PPE (r= 0.607). There is a strong correlation between the motivation and the use of PPE (r= 0.600). There is a strong relationship between the availability of PPE and the use of PPE (r = 0.756). Conclusion: There is a strong relationship between knowledge, motivation, and availability of PPE with the use of PPE.Keywords: knowledge, motivation, personal protective equipment

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FACTORS AFFECTING NURSE ANXIETY IN ROLE AS A CAREGIVER DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Nurse and Health: Jurnal Keperawatan ◽

10.36720/nhjk.v10i1.233 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 10 (1) ◽

pp. 108-115

Author(s):

Yurike Septianingrum ◽

Andikawati Fitriasari ◽

Erika Martining Wardani

Keyword(s):

Logistic Regression ◽

Personal Protective Equipment ◽

Health Workers ◽

Psychological Symptoms ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Protective Equipment ◽

Multivariate Logistic Regression ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Chi Square Test

Background: During the Covid-19 outbreak, health workers, especially nurses, are vulnerable to potential psychological symptoms such as anxiety, which can prevent nurses from carrying out their role as caregivers in health services (Lai et al., 2020; Shanafelt et al., 2020). Objectives: The purpose of this study is to analyze the factors that can influence the anxiety of nurses in playing the role of caregiver during the Covid-19 pandemic. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study with a population of all nurses who met the inclusion criteria as much as 105 nurses. The research sample was selected through stratified random sampling and obtained 84 nurses. This research was conducted at RSI Jemursari Surabaya from June until September 2020. The research instruments used in this study were the demographic observation sheet, knowledge questionnaire, and the Hamilton Anxiety Rank Scale (HARS). Data analysis used Pearson chi-square test and multivariate logistic regression. Results: The results of the Pearson Chi-square test showed that of all the factors studied, only age (p = 0.004), availability of personal protective equipment (p = 0.002), and knowledge (p = 0.017) influenced nurses' anxiety. The results of the analysis using multivariate logistic regression test showed that the factor that most influenced nurses' anxiety was the availability of personal protective equipment (p = 0.001; OR = -3.062). Conclusion: Younger nurses, inadequate personal protective equipment, and less knowledgeable nurses were at high risk for more severe anxiety. Regular observation of the psychological condition of nurses and the fulfillment of the need for personal protective equipment is needed to prevent increased anxiety in nurses. Keywords: Nurse, anxiety, Covid-19, caregiver.

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