Needle Stick Injuries
Conditions
Brief summary
Bloodborne pathogens (BBPs) are a significant occupational hazard for healthcare professionals, particularly those working in high-risk environments like emergency departments. This study aims to assess the prevalence of bloodborne pathogens, including Hepatitis B Virus (HBV), Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), among emergency department staff of District Head Quarter (DHQ) Hospital, Dera Ismail Khan.
Detailed description
A descriptive cross-sectional study design will be employed, and data will be collected from all staff working in the trauma center through census sampling. A structured questionnaire will capture demographic data, occupational risk factors, and KAP regarding bloodborne pathogens. Blood samples will be collected to screen for HBV, HCV, and HIV infections.
Interventions
DIAGNOSTIC_TESTNeedle stick injuries
A descriptive cross-sectional study design will be employed, and data will be collected from all staff working in the trauma center through census sampling. A structured questionnaire will capture demographic data, occupational risk factors, and KAP regarding bloodborne pathogens. Blood samples will be collected to screen for HBV, HCV, and HIV infections.
Sponsors
Superior University
Study design
Observational model
CASE_CONTROL
Time perspective
RETROSPECTIVE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 60 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Healthcare workers (doctors, nurses, technologists, paramedics, and support staff) working in a tertiary care hospital in Dera Ismail Khan. * Staff members who have occupational exposure to blood and other body fluids. * Individuals willing to participate in the study and provide informed consent. * Participants available during the data collection period and conveniently accessible.
Exclusion criteria
* Individuals not willing to participate in the study and provide informed consent. * Participants and Staff members who have no exposure to blood and other body fluids.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| self administered questioner for NSI | 12 Months | The following data is collected for NSI, the value ranges from 0- 50, the higher the value is worse and lower value is good |
Countries
Pakistan
Outcome results
None listed