The Effectiveness of wound care bundle among patients reporting to Arundel hospital in Harare, Zimbabwe
- Author
- Chumbi, Maureen
- Title
- The Effectiveness of wound care bundle among patients reporting to Arundel hospital in Harare, Zimbabwe
- Abstract
- Hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs) remain a major concern within global and regional healthcare systems, particularly in resource-limited contexts such as Zimbabwe. This study examined the effectiveness of wound care bundles in reducing the incidence of hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs) among patients admitted to Arundel Hospital in Harare. It explored the occurrence of pressure injuries, evaluated healthcare professionals' adherence to wound care package guidelines, identified challenges to implementation, and analyzed the perspectives and experiences of both staff and patients. The study utilized a qualitative case study approach, and data was collected through semi-structured interviews. Furthermore, the study involved fourteen healthcare professionals who were selected through purposive sampling. Thematic analysis revealed that respondents believe the wound care bundle benefits patients by speeding up healing, lowering the likelihood of complications, and enhancing patient comfort. However, its implementation proves difficult. Insufficient resources, inadequate staff training, excessive workloads, and poor interdepartmental communication are common issues. Systematic evaluation procedures and expert commitment helped address certain challenges, despite existing structural and operational constraints. The findings indicate that the wound care package is beneficial for patients; nevertheless, its effectiveness relies on adequate resources, continuous education for staff, committed leadership, and a supportive institutional culture. Recommendations include enhancing training programs, improving supply chain processes, and employing digital technology for wound tracking. The study contributes to the evidence supporting wound care methods in a specific field and offers recommendations for improving infection prevention and control strategies at Arundel Hospital and similar institutions.
- Date
- June 2025
- Publisher
- BUSE
- Keywords
- Wound Care Bundle
- Supervisor
- Dr. P. Ndarukwa
- Item sets
- Department of Health Sciences
- Media
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