An Assessment of Nurses’ Adherence to Catheter Care Protocols in Reducing Hospital-Acquired Infections in Benue State
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Background of the Study
Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), particularly those related to urinary catheters, remain a significant concern in healthcare facilities worldwide. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common types of HAIs, with a large proportion of these infections associated with the use of indwelling catheters (Musa et al., 2023). Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) are a leading cause of morbidity and extended hospital stays, contributing to higher healthcare costs and patient suffering (Okafor et al., 2024). Prevention of these infections is largely dependent on adhering to strict catheter care protocols, which include proper insertion techniques, maintenance, and timely removal of the catheter (Alhassan et al., 2023).
In Benue State, where there is limited research on catheter care practices, it is important to evaluate nurses’ adherence to these protocols to understand how effectively they are managing catheter use and preventing infections. Nurses play a critical role in implementing infection control measures, educating patients, and ensuring the correct use and maintenance of catheters (Adeyemo et al., 2024). This study aims to assess nurses' adherence to catheter care protocols in Benue State hospitals and to determine the effectiveness of these practices in reducing the incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
Statement of the Problem
Despite the established protocols for catheter care, hospital-acquired infections, particularly CAUTIs, continue to be a problem in many healthcare settings. Inadequate adherence to catheter care protocols can lead to a higher incidence of infections, longer hospital stays, and increased healthcare costs. In Benue State, there is a lack of comprehensive studies evaluating how well nurses adhere to catheter care protocols and their role in preventing infections. This study will address this gap by assessing nurses' practices and identifying potential barriers to adherence to these crucial protocols.
Objectives of the Study
- To assess the level of adherence to catheter care protocols by nurses in Benue State hospitals.
- To identify factors influencing nurses' adherence to catheter care protocols.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of nurses’ adherence to catheter care protocols in reducing hospital-acquired infections in Benue State hospitals.
Research Questions
- To what extent do nurses adhere to catheter care protocols in Benue State hospitals?
- What factors influence nurses' adherence to catheter care protocols in Benue State hospitals?
- How effective is nurses’ adherence to catheter care protocols in preventing hospital-acquired infections in Benue State hospitals?
Research Hypotheses
- There is a significant relationship between nurses' adherence to catheter care protocols and the reduction of hospital-acquired infections in Benue State hospitals.
- Nurses’ knowledge and training positively influence their adherence to catheter care protocols.
- Non-adherence to catheter care protocols significantly increases the incidence of catheter-associated urinary tract infections in Benue State hospitals.
Scope and Limitations of the Study
This study will focus on nurses in hospitals in Benue State, specifically examining their adherence to catheter care protocols. Limitations include the possibility of social desirability bias in self-reported data and potential differences in protocol implementation across hospitals.
Definitions of Terms
- Catheter Care Protocols: A set of guidelines and practices that aim to prevent infections in patients with urinary catheters, including proper insertion, maintenance, and timely removal.
- Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs): Infections acquired by patients during their stay in a healthcare facility, often as a result of medical procedures or treatments.
- Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTIs): A specific type of hospital-acquired infection related to the use of urinary catheters.
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