Risk factors for bloodborne viral hepatitis in healthcare workers of Pakistan: a population based case–control study

Gorar, Zulfikar Ali; Butt, Zahid A.; Aziz, Imrana

doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2013-004767

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“…Nurses are especially prone to exposure, owing to their involvement in direct, invasive, and continuous nursing activities. 1,2 Standard precautions (SPs) serve as the first line of defense against exposure to bodily fluids such as blood and secretions, mucous membranes, and nonintact skin, which were deemed infectious, regardless of a patient's diagnosis. 3 In 2007, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added respiratory hygiene and/or cough etiquette and safe injection practices to the list of SPs.…”

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Factors influencing the adherence of nurses to standard precautions in South Korea hospital settings

Oh¹,

Choi

2019

American Journal of Infection Control

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Background: Standard precautions (SPs) serve as the first line of defense against exposure to blood and body fluids. The objective of this study was to explore the adherence of nurses to SPs and to identify factors influencing adherence to SPs. Methods: This study was an exploratory cross-sectional survey. A total of 339 nurses from 9 general hospitals and 3 tertiary hospitals located in 3 South Korean cities were selected. Hierarchical regression was used to examine the effects of sociodemographic, individual, and institutional factors. Results: A higher, or positive, attitude was the strongest influencing factor in adherence to SPs in the final model, followed by administrative support, hospital types, and safety climate, in descending order. These 4 variables accounted for 26.0% of the variance in adherence to SPs. Conclusions: The attitudes of nurses toward SPs is important for increasing the adherence to SP best practices. The adherence of nurses to SPs will improve if safe environments are created in different hospital types and if managerial support and administrative efforts are supportive and sustained.

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Factors influencing the adherence of nurses to standard precautions in South Korea hospital settings

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Choi

2019

American Journal of Infection Control

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“…More than 90% acquired in low income countries [12,13]. This burden of high risk infectious diseases in developing countries makes the work condition critical for HCWs [14]. To minimize this threat, a series of procedures (standard precaution methods) are proposed to prevent occupational exposures and handle potentially infectious materials.…”

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Magnitude of splash exposure and associated factors among health care workers in Hawassa referral and Adare District hospitals, January 2014

Kaweti¹,

Abegaz²

2017

Ann of Occup and Environ Med

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Background: Accidental splash exposure is one of the common occupational health related problem among health care workers. The problem is worse in developing countries in which the safety practice and protective devices do not properly used. However, little is known on the prevalence and associated factors for splash exposure. Therefore, the main objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of self reported splash exposure and factors that influence those exposures. Methods: Institutional based cross sectional study was done from January 1 to 30, 2014 in Hawassa Referral and Adare District Hospitals. Physicians, nurses, laboratory technicians/ technologists, midwifes, health officers, cleaners, porters and laundry workers were involved in the study. Self administered questionnaires were used for those who can read and understand easily and interview was carried out for those who can't read and understand. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 16 and logistic regression was carried out to assess the association of selected independent variables with accidental splash exposure. Results: The prevalence of one episode of splash exposure was 28%. There was twofold increased risk of blood and body fluids exposure among health care workers who have multiple responsibilities (AOR = 2.39, 95% CI: 1.27-4.49). Similarly, the risk of exposure was doubled among health care workers who washed linen in the institution (AOR = 2. 30, 95% CI: 1.37-3.84) and among those who work in delivery and operation room (AOR = 2.20, 95% CI: 1.10-4.40). Conclusions: Splash exposure is common among health care workers in the study hospitals which warrantee occupational health and safety training.

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“…9 Omar A. et al evaluated that majority of needle stick injury sufferers from all over Kuwait were nurses (67%), followed by doctors (14%), technicians (10%) and housekeeping personnel (9%). 7 Ohnishi K argued that nurses and doctors accounted for 72% and almost 20% of sharp injuries suffered by health-care workers in a university hospital in Japan.…”

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Needle Stick and Sharps Injuries; Frequency and the Factors Contributing Among Health Care Workers of a Tertiary Care Private Hospital of Lahore

Nagi¹,

Kazmi²,

Saleem³

et al. 2017

TPMJ

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ABSTRACT… Background: This study, therefore aims to assess the frequency and the factors contributing to the needle stick injuries among health care workers of a tertiary care private hospital of Lahore. Setting: Shalamar Hospital Lahore, Pakistan a tertiary care private institution. Period: July and August 2015. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Methods: A modified structured pre-tested questionnaire containing both open and close-ended questions was administered to 160 study participants. The selected candidates were thoroughly briefed about the study and informed consent was obtained. Confidentiality and anonymity of the participants was maintained. Data entry was done on SPSS version 20 for Microsoft Windows. Results: The response rate was 97%. Among all respondents (n=122), almost 41% (n= 63) were medical doctors and 34% (n= 53) were nursing staff. A small proportion of 4% (n= 6) belonged to the dental surgical background as well. Of all the surveyed participants, 45% (n=69) had ever suffered from needle stick/ sharps injury during their medical job and career, whereas, 34% (n=53) had suffered from a needle stick injury during the last year. Nearly 63% (n=47) reported that the cause of injury was accidental, 16% (n=25) acknowledged lack of awareness, 7% (n=10) acknowledged improper equipment and 4% (n=6) accused lack of training as the major cause of needle stick injuries. A hefty 34% (n=53) believed that there existed no protocols in the institution regarding needle stick injuries, while another 50% (n=78) stated that they were not aware of the hospital protocols regarding needle stick injuries if there existed any. A disturbing 34% (n=53) assume that they should recap the needles after using them. There was a strong statistical association p<.001 between establishment of hospital protocols regarding needle stick or sharps injury and an event of needle stick injury suffered by the health care workers during last year. Conclusion: The needle stick injuries can be prevented by the eradication of hazard causing equipment's, prevention through engineering measures, administrative controls and last but not the least personal protective measures. Key words:Needle Stick Injury, Sharps Injury, Health-Care Workers (HCW).

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Risk factors for bloodborne viral hepatitis in healthcare workers of Pakistan: a population based case–control study

Cited by 24 publications

References 13 publications

Factors influencing the adherence of nurses to standard precautions in South Korea hospital settings

Factors influencing the adherence of nurses to standard precautions in South Korea hospital settings

Magnitude of splash exposure and associated factors among health care workers in Hawassa referral and Adare District hospitals, January 2014

Needle Stick and Sharps Injuries; Frequency and the Factors Contributing Among Health Care Workers of a Tertiary Care Private Hospital of Lahore

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