RESEARCH ARTICLE
The Nurses' Knowledge and Compliance with Standard Precautions to prevent Healthcare-associated Infections
Ayat Da'seh1, Ibtisam M. Al-Zaru2, Audai A Hayajneh2, *, Osama Obaid3
Article Information
Identifiers and Pagination:
Year: 2023Volume: 17
E-location ID: e187443462306231
Publisher ID: e187443462306231
DOI: 10.2174/18744346-v17-e20230711-2023-3
Article History:
Received Date: 06/01/2023Revision Received Date: 27/05/2023
Acceptance Date: 07/06/2023
Electronic publication date: 11/09/2023
Collection year: 2023

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Abstract
Background:
Nursing knowledge and compliance with standard precautions are important for preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and protecting nursing personnel and patients from exposure to infectious microorganisms.
Objective:
The study aimed to assess the nurses’ knowledge of and compliance with standard precautions.
Methods:
This study used :a cross-sectional design. A total of 302 nurses were recruited from three Jordanian hospitals. Data were collected through two structured questionnaires: Standard Precautions Knowledge Questionnaire and Compliance with Standard Precautions Scale. Pearson’s correlation test was used to assess the correlation between nurses' knowledge and compliance with standard precautions.
Results:
The average knowledge score was 14.09 (SD=2.97), indicating a good level of knowledge regarding standard precautions. The average compliance score was 14.46. A significant positive and strong relationship was found between nurses’ knowledge and compliance with standard precautions (r=0.77, p <0.001).
Conclusion:
Continuous monitoring and evaluation of standard precautions are required to maintain and enhance compliance among nurses.