Infecções relacionadas à assistência à saúde: uma análise do nível de conhecimento dos profissionais de saúde na unidade hospitalar de Arame-MA.

Abstract

Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs), previously called nosocomial infections or hospital infections, are characterized by infections acquired during the patient care process, such as medical treatment, outpatient or hospital procedures. HAIs are a serious public health problem, where up to 17% of hospitalized patients may develop an infection, of which up to 50% tend to die. In this context, this study aims to analyze the level of knowledge of health professionals in the city of Arame - MA about HAIs. This is a quantitative study carried out by applying questionnaires to health professionals who work in a hospital environment in the city of Arame - MA. 12 health professionals were interviewed, including nurses, nursing technicians and biomedical professionals. Regarding the profile of these professionals, it was noted that 66.7% were women, 83.3% had completed higher education and 66.7% were between 30 and 49 years old. It can be seen that professionals have little knowledge regarding general aspects about HAIs, such as their transmission process. When they were asked about what HAIs are, 66.7% answered the correct alternative, in addition, 75% of participants pointed out that hand hygiene is the most appropriate way to prevent HAIs, however, only 50% of professionals said they knew who would be the professionals responsible for the Hospital Infection Control Committee. It was noted that among the workers interviewed, nurses demonstrated greater knowledge on the subject. Within the scenario studied, the implementation of the Hospital Infection Control Commission is essential, as is the carrying out of continuing education activities focused on the subject