Evaluation of personal protective equipment use in healthcare workers exposed to ionizing radiation in a Portuguese university hospital

Antunes-Raposo, João André; Lima, André Luis Ribeiro; Galaio, L; Sacadura‐Leite, Ema

doi:10.47626/1679-4435-2022-661

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“…Administrative processes should ensure compliance with protocols. Fostering a safety culture within healthcare organizations promotes open communication and continuous improvement This finding is concurrent with the study by Antunes-Raposo, et al, (2020), who evaluated the use of PPE among HCWs exposed to ionizing radiation and found that almost a third of them were nurses [ 25 ]. In contrast, an Egyptian study by Soliman, et al, (2019) aimed to describe HCWs’ knowledge and practices regarding safety and exposure to ionizing radiation and found that over than half of their study participants were physicians [ 26 ].…”

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Radiation safety compliance awareness among healthcare workers exposed to ionizing radiation

Allam,

Algany,

Khider

2024

BMC Nurs

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Background In recent years, there has been a marked growth in the use of ionizing radiation in medical imaging for both diagnosis and therapy, which in turn has led to increased radiation exposure among healthcare workers. Aim The purpose of this study was to assess the level of safety compliance awareness among healthcare workers exposed to ionizing radiation. Research design A descriptive cross-sectional design was used for this investigation. Setting This study was conducted online, using social media sites such as WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook. Subjects A purposive sample of 384 Egyptian healthcare workers was enrolled in the current study. Tool A safety compliance awareness questionnaire was used in this study to collect pertinent data. Results The result of this study showed that 65.4% and 64.1% of the studied sample chose the correct answers that mammography and CT scans involve the use of x-rays. However, 64.3% and 67.2% of the studied sample chose the wrong answers, saying that MRI and Ultrasound involve the use of X-rays. Moreover, 47.14%, 43.5%, and 57% of the studied sample never used a dosimeter, did not follow dosimeter controls, and did not wear a lead collar. Conclusion Most of the healthcare workers studied had poor knowledge about radiation exposure safety. Moreover, most of the healthcare workers in the current study demonstrated inadequate practice compliance concerning radiation protection procedures. Recommendation Should encourage hospital training programs to include radiation safety topics in their training plans for healthcare workers.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 72%

Radiation safety compliance awareness among healthcare workers exposed to ionizing radiation

Allam,

Algany,

Khider

2024

BMC Nurs

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Introduction to Internal Dosimetry

Panda,

Halder,

Nadar

et al. 2024

Handbook on Radiation Environment, Volume 2

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Factors influencing radiologic technologists’ commitment to radiation protective equipment utilization in fluoroscopy units: an analysis using the health belief model scale

Shubayr

2024

Radioprotection

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Objective: This study aimed to assess the perceptions of radiologic technologists towards the use of radiation protective equipment (RPE) in fluoroscopy units and to identify the Health Belief Model constructs, “perceived susceptibility, perceived severity, perceived benefits, perceived barriers, cues to action, and self-efficacy”, that predict RPE utilization among radiologic technologists. Methods: A cross-sectional observational study was conducted among 228 radiologic technologists in Saudi Arabia. Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire that included socio-demographic characteristics, frequency of RPE utilization, and the Health Belief Model. Logistic regression was used to identify the predictors of RPE utilization. Results: The findings indicate that 63% of radiologic technologists reported always being committed to using RPE, while 37% reported not fully committed. Perceived severity, perceived benefits, perceived barriers, cues to action, and self-efficacy showed significant associations with RPE utilization between the two groups of radiologic technologists: those who always use RPE and those who are not fully committed (p < 0.05). Logistic regression showed that perceived benefits were a significant predictor of RPE utilization (AOR = 0.20, 95% CI: 0.60–0.67, p = 0.009), and type of hospital was also a significant predictor (AOR=0.09, 95% CI: 0.1–0.97, p = 0.047). Conclusion: The study highlights the need for interventions to improve the consistent use of RPE among radiologic technologists in fluoroscopy units. Emphasizing the importance of RPE usage, addressing barriers, and providing adequate cues to action can help enhance radiologic technologists' commitment to using RPE and reduce radiation exposure risks. Tailoring interventions to the specific hospital setting and considering the perceived benefits of using RPE are crucial for promoting a culture of safety and accountability in different healthcare settings.

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Evaluation of personal protective equipment use in healthcare workers exposed to ionizing radiation in a Portuguese university hospital

Cited by 4 publications

References 9 publications

Radiation safety compliance awareness among healthcare workers exposed to ionizing radiation

Radiation safety compliance awareness among healthcare workers exposed to ionizing radiation

Introduction to Internal Dosimetry

Factors influencing radiologic technologists’ commitment to radiation protective equipment utilization in fluoroscopy units: an analysis using the health belief model scale

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