Injection safety campaign among diabetics, a challenge to infection prevention practitioners in developing countries

2008 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nkwan Jacob Gobte
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Infection Prevention ◽  
Injection Safety

scholarly journals Knowledge and attitude towards infection control among supporting staffs of Chitwan Medical College, Bharatpur, Chitwan

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 40-47
Author(s):  
M Lopchan ◽  
G Gurung ◽  
L Rajbanshi ◽  
C Osti ◽  
A Baniya
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Developing Countries ◽  
Infection Control ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Nosocomial Infections ◽  
Infection Prevention ◽  
College Teaching ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Regular Training

Nosocomial infections (NIs) are one of the most important health issues, particularly in developing countries, because these infections cause high mortality and morbidity, and economic and human resource loss as a consequence Nosocomial infections can be defined as those occurring within 48 hours of hospital admission, 3 days of discharge or 30 days of an operation. Many studies have examined risk factors of nosocomial infections. However, knowledge of frontline workers (attendants) in infection prevention have been reported rarely in developing countries. The aim of this study was to investigate the knowledge of attendants working in different wards and OPDs about infection prevention. S: Data were collected from 100 attendants in Chitwan Medical College Teaching Hospital. Regarding the knowledge on hand washing, gloving and personal accessories for Infection Prevention, majority of the respondents had good knowledge ranging from 94-100%. Though hospital has established Infection Prevention Committee and regular training on infection prevention is provided to all the staffs, the data indicated that only 68% respondents were benefitted by the infection prevention training and proper use of virex solution to disinfect the equipment’s was found unsatisfactory. Infection control is the responsibility of all Health Care Facility (HCF) personnel. The goal of the infection control policies are to identify and reduce risks of acquiring and transmitting infections among patients, staff, students, volunteers, contract service workers, and visitors Although significant effort has been made to reduce the Nosocomial infections, regular training as well as monitoring supervision will enhance the capacity of the health care providers and front line workers for cleaning services they are our valued respondents.DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/jcmc.v6i1.55069

scholarly journals Predictors of Omphalitis among Spontaneous Vertex Delivery Neonates in Nakuru County Hospital, Kenya

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (07) ◽  
pp. 371-381
Author(s):  
Lucy Kinanu ◽  
James Mwaura ◽  
Anne Karani
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Hand Hygiene ◽  
Randomized Trial ◽  
Umbilical Cord ◽  
Infection Prevention ◽  
County Hospital ◽  
Cord Care ◽  
Neonatal Infections ◽  
Neonatal Deaths ◽  
Care Practices

Background; Omphalitis (umbilical cord infection) among new-borns is common and a major cause of neonatal deaths in developing countries. Annually, about 4 million neonatal deaths occur around the world. Of these, >30% are caused by infections that mainly from umbilical cord. Cord care practices may directly contribute neonatal infections, largely contributing tothis was part data from a larger randomized trial among 540 participant’s neonatal deaths. Cord infections are more prevalent in developing countries because of the high rates of poverty and unhygienic practices. Objective: To determine the predictors of omphalitis among neonates in Nakuru County Hospital, Kenya. Methodology This was part data from a larger randomized trial among 540 participants. Findings: The prevalence of Omphalitis was 23.1. Babies whose mothers’ did not wash hands when eating had 2.14 times risk of developing cord infection compared to those babies whose mothers’ indicated otherwise [AOR=2.14; 95%CI=1.28 - 3.57; p=0.004]. Likewise, babies whose mothers’ never folded diapers backwards were twice likely over those who did to develop cord infection [AOR=1.88; 95%CI=1.03 - 3.44; p=0.039]. Babies whose mothers’ stayed in different rooms had 7.35 times risk of developing cord infection [AOR=7.35; 95%CI=3.40 - 15.91; p<0.001] over those roomed in. Conclusion and recommendation: Maternal and caretakers hand hygiene, folding back of diapers and rooming in are critical in cord infection prevention. Health education to mothers and care takers on the importance of hand hygiene, diaper application and importance of rooming in is recommended to minimise omphalitis and consequential morbidity.

scholarly journals Solutions to Infection Prevention and Control challenges in developing countries, do they exist?

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Vanessa Leonie Sparke ◽  
Jason Diau ◽  
David MacLaren ◽  
Caryn West
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Prevention And Control ◽  
Infection Prevention ◽  
Infection Prevention And Control ◽  
Original Research ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Spiritual Beliefs ◽  
C Programs ◽  
C Program ◽  
And Control

Implementing sustainable infection prevention and control (IP&C) programs in developing countries is challenging. Many developing countries experience high burdens of disease and political instability. In addition, they are affected by geographical and climatic challenges, and have unique social, cultural and spiritual beliefs, all of which contribute to a higher prevalence of healthcare associated infections. The aim of this integrative review is to identify existing solutions to the challenges faced by developing countries when implementing IP&C programs. An extensive literature review was conducted to explore improvements in infection control in rural hospitals in developing countries. Three electronic databases were searched for relevant articles written between 1980 and 2018, published in peer reviewed English language journals, and relating to hospitals, not community settings. The findings indicate that developing countries continue to face many challenges in implementing IP&C programs. Limited success has been described with some IP&C program components but it is clear that little original research on the topic exists. Notably scarce are studies on the influences that culture, religious and spiritual beliefs have on IP&C program implementation. This review highlights opportunities for further research into healthcare workers perceptions of disease causation and infection transmission, and the role this plays in the effective implementation of an IP&C program. By exploring these opportunities appropriate and culturally sensitive solutions may be identified, which can assist with the design and implementation of culturally relevant IP&C programs in these settings.

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