dc.contributor.author |
Muhonja, Mbaisi Everline |
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dc.date.accessioned |
2024-01-25T08:07:55Z |
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dc.date.available |
2024-01-25T08:07:55Z |
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dc.date.issued |
2011 |
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dc.identifier.uri |
http://repository.kemri.go.ke:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/255 |
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dc.description.abstract |
Accidental occupational exposure of healthcare workers to blood and body fluids after
skin injury or mucous contact constitutes a risk for transmission of blood-borne
pathogens. Such pathogens include Hepatitis B virus (HBV), Hepatitis C virus (HCV) or
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). A study was conducted to determine the
prevalence and associated factors for percutaneous injuries and splash exposure among
healthcare workers in Rift Valley provincial and War Memorial hospitals. The study
design was cross-sectional conducted from October to December 2010. Self reported
incidents and circumstances surrounding occupational exposure were sought by use of
interviewer administered semi-structured questionnaire. An audit was conducted to
assess occupational exposure prevention programs. Twenty four percent of healthcare
workers (n=348) reported having been exposed to blood and body fluids in the
preceding 12 months. In RVPGH, percutaneous injuries were reported by 19% (n=305)
and splash to mucous membrane by 7%, with 11% reporting multiple exposures. Higher
rates of percutaneous injuries were observed among nurses (50%), during stitching
(30%), and in obstetric department (25%). Forty eight percent (n=83) reported the
incidents with 20% (n=83) taking PEP against HIV. Health workers aged below 40
years were more likely to experience percutaneous injuries (OR= 3.7; P-value=0.034)
while previous training in infection prevention was protective (OR= 0.52; Pvalue=0.029). The facilities lacked an occupational risk control plan. Percutaneous
injuries and splashes are common in Rift Valley and War Memorial hospitals.
Preventive measures remain inadequate. Post-exposure management is poorly adhered to with gross underreporting. Health institutions should have policies, institute
surveillance for occupational risks and enhance training of health care workers. |
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en |
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dc.subject |
occupational exposure, skin injury, mucous contact , blood-borne pathogens.e Hepatitis B virus (HBV), Hepatitis C virus (HCV) or Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). |
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dc.title |
Prevalence and Factors Associated with Percutaneous Injuries and Splash Exposures among Health-Care Workers in Rift Valley Provincial and War Memorial Hospitals, Kenya |
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dc.type |
Thesis |
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