Assessment of Hand Hygiene Compliance and Associated Factors Among Nurses in Neonatal Intensive Care Units in Nigeria
Background
Hand hygiene is one of the most effective interventions for preventing healthcare-associated infections, particularly among vulnerable neonatal populations. Nurses working in neonatal intensive care units have frequent patient contact and play a vital role in infection prevention. Despite established guidelines, compliance with hand hygiene recommendations remains inconsistent in many healthcare settings. Understanding factors influencing compliance is important for improving neonatal patient safety and reducing infection-related morbidity.
Research Objectives
- Assess hand hygiene compliance among neonatal nurses.
- Evaluate knowledge of hand hygiene guidelines.
- Examine factors influencing compliance.
- Assess availability of hand hygiene resources.
- Identify predictors of compliance.
Research Questions
- What is the level of hand hygiene compliance among neonatal nurses?
- How knowledgeable are nurses regarding hand hygiene guidelines?
- What factors influence compliance?
- What resources are available for infection prevention?
- What factors predict hand hygiene adherence?
Suggested Methodology
A descriptive cross-sectional study will be conducted among nurses working in neonatal intensive care units. Data will be collected using observations and structured questionnaires. Regression analyses will identify predictors of compliance.
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