An Evaluation of Infection Control Practices Among Post-Operative Patients in Bauchi State Specialist Hospital
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Background of the Study
Post-operative infections remain a major concern in surgical care, contributing to prolonged hospital stays, increased healthcare costs, and heightened patient morbidity. Effective infection control practices, including hand hygiene, proper wound care, and sterilization protocols, are crucial in preventing healthcare-associated infections (WHO, 2024). Nurses play a central role in implementing and enforcing these practices to safeguard post-operative patients (Adeyemi & Okeke, 2023).
Bauchi State Specialist Hospital is one of the leading healthcare institutions in northern Nigeria, providing surgical services to a large population. Despite established infection control guidelines, reports suggest that post-operative infections continue to be a challenge (Ibrahim & Lawal, 2024). Factors such as limited resources, inadequate training, and non-compliance with standard procedures may contribute to this issue.
This study aims to evaluate infection control practices among post-operative patients in Bauchi State Specialist Hospital, examining adherence levels, effectiveness, and areas needing improvement.
Statement of the Problem
Post-operative infections pose a significant threat to patient safety, leading to complications such as delayed wound healing, sepsis, and even mortality. Despite existing infection prevention protocols, adherence to best practices remains inconsistent in many healthcare settings, including Bauchi State Specialist Hospital (Ojo et al., 2025).
Inadequate infection control practices among healthcare workers, particularly nurses, can result in cross-contamination and increased infection rates. Therefore, assessing the effectiveness of current infection control measures is essential to improving patient safety and surgical outcomes in the hospital.
Objectives of the Study
- To assess nurses’ adherence to infection control protocols in Bauchi State Specialist Hospital.
- To evaluate the impact of infection control measures on post-operative patient outcomes.
- To identify challenges affecting the implementation of effective infection control practices.
Research Questions
- How strictly do nurses adhere to infection control protocols in Bauchi State Specialist Hospital?
- What is the impact of infection control practices on post-operative patient outcomes?
- What are the major challenges hindering effective infection control in the hospital?
Research Hypotheses
- Nurses' adherence to infection control protocols significantly reduces post-operative infection rates.
- Effective infection control measures improve post-operative recovery outcomes.
- Nurses face significant challenges in implementing infection control practices in Bauchi State Specialist Hospital.
Scope and Limitations of the Study
This study focuses on post-operative patients in Bauchi State Specialist Hospital, assessing infection control practices among nurses. Limitations include potential underreporting of infections and variability in individual nurse compliance.
Definitions of Terms
- Infection Control Practices: Strategies and procedures used to prevent and control infections in healthcare settings.
- Post-Operative Patients: Individuals recovering from surgical procedures.
- Nurses' Adherence: The extent to which nurses follow established guidelines and protocols in healthcare delivery.
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