Assessment of healthcare worker’s knowledge, attitudes and practices towards hand hygiene at Baines Avenue clinic in Harare, Zimbabwe.
- Author
- Mwanza, Mazanji
- Title
- Assessment of healthcare worker’s knowledge, attitudes and practices towards hand hygiene at Baines Avenue clinic in Harare, Zimbabwe.
- Abstract
- Hand hygiene is the most effective measure for reducing Healthcare Associated Infections universally yet it remains a global challenge. This study explored the knowledge, attitudes and practices of healthcare workers at Baines Avenue Clinic in Harare, Zimbabwe, regarding hand hygiene and identifies factors influencing adherence. The study employed a qualitative case study research design, utilizing the Health Belief Model, Theory of Planned Behaviour, and Social Cognitive Theory including semi-structured interviews and focus groups with 20 purposefully selected healthcare workers. The study yielded a 70% response rate. Data was analysed thematically to reveal patterns in knowledge, attitudes, practices and systemic barriers to hand hygiene compliance. Preliminary literature suggested that gaps in knowledge, attitudes, practices, resource limitations, and workplace culture significantly affect adherence. The study aimed to offer policy recommendations, training interventions, and institutional strategies to enhance hand hygiene compliance and reduce HAIs. The results confirmed a strong foundational possession in knowledge regarding hand hygiene among Health care workers at Baines Avenue Clinic. However, while knowledge was widespread, its application in daily practice was occasionally inconsistent due to contextual constraints.
- Date
- June 2025
- Publisher
- BUSE
- Keywords
- Hand Hygiene
- Healthcare Workers
- Supervisor
- Mr. N. Handireketi
- Item sets
- Department of Health Sciences
- Media
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