Knowledge and Attitude of Nurses towards Infection Control Practices during Hajj Season at Tertiary Care Hospital in City of Makkah

Abstract

Infection prevention and control is required to prevent the transmission of communicable diseases in all health care settings. Every health care worker plays a vital part in helping to minimize the risk of health care-associated infections. Aim of the study: This study aimed to determine the level of knowledge, skills and attitude of nurses towards infection control practices during Hajj at Tertiary Care Hospital in Makkah. Research design: Quantitative descriptive cross-sectional correlational research design. Setting: The study was conducted at one of the tertiary care hospitals in Makkah. Sample: A convenient sample of (82) nurses assigned in different units. Tools of data collection: In the collection of data, validated self-made questionnaire was uploaded thru “Monkey Survey” and sent to the participants and data were analyzed using Kruder Richardson for the level of knowledge, and Cronbach alpha for the level of skills and attitude with its reliability testing. Result: The study revealed that nurses had a very good knowledge and having very positive attitude, which is a good indicator that infection control practices at tertiary care hospital in Makkah have been observed. Conclusion and Recommendations: Nurses are expected to actively participate in training or seminars related to infection control practices to acquire more knowledge, develop their skills and improve their attitude in handling with hospital wastes particularly sharps, and proper segregation of linen with commitment to follow the "5 Moments of Hand Hygiene" and appropriate use of PPE.