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- - The study assessed barriers faced by healthcare workers in British Columbia that hinder their adherence to infection prevention and control (IPAC) practices during the COVID-19 pandemic, based on a web survey conducted with 2,488 respondents.
- - Key obstacles identified included inadequate staffing (58%), limited space in staff rooms (57%), multibed room setups (51%), and unclear messaging regarding IPAC protocols (51%).
- - Suggestions for improvement included increased support from IPAC leadership and better communication about IPAC requirements, which aim to enhance safety measures for both patients and staff in healthcare settings.
Article Abstract
Objective: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic highlighted the importance of robust infection prevention and control (IPAC) practices to maintain patient and staff safety. However, healthcare workers (HCWs) face many barriers that affect their ability to follow these practices. We identified barriers affecting HCW adherence to IPAC practices during the pandemic in British Columbia, Canada.
Design: Cross-sectional web-based survey.
Setting: Acute care, long-term care or assisted living, outpatient, mental health, prehospital care, and home care.
Participants: Eligible respondents included direct-care providers and IPAC professionals working in these settings in all health authorities across British Columbia.
Methods: We conducted a web-based survey from August to September 2021 to assess respondent knowledge and attitudes toward IPAC within the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Respondents were asked to rate the extent to which various barriers affected their ability to follow IPAC practices throughout the pandemic and to make suggestions for improvement.
Results: The final analysis included 2,488 responses; 36% of respondents worked in acute care. Overall, perceptions of IPAC practice among non-IPAC professionals were positive. The main self-perceived barriers to adherence included inadequate staffing to cover absences (58%), limited space in staff rooms (57%), multibed rooms (51%), and confusing messages about IPAC practices (51%). Common suggestions for improvement included receiving more support from IPAC leadership and clearer communication about required IPAC practices.
Conclusions: Our findings highlight frontline HCW perspectives regarding priority areas of improvement for IPAC practices. They will inform policy and guideline development to prevent transmission of COVID-19 and future emerging infections.
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Article Synopsis
- - The study assessed barriers faced by healthcare workers in British Columbia that hinder their adherence to infection prevention and control (IPAC) practices during the COVID-19 pandemic, based on a web survey conducted with 2,488 respondents.
- - Key obstacles identified included inadequate staffing (58%), limited space in staff rooms (57%), multibed room setups (51%), and unclear messaging regarding IPAC protocols (51%).
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