An Examination of Nurses' Preparedness in Handling Emerging Infectious Diseases at Federal Medical Centre, Katsina
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Background of the Study
Emerging infectious diseases (EIDs), such as Ebola, Lassa fever, and COVID-19, pose significant challenges to global health systems. Nurses, as frontline healthcare providers, require adequate training, resources, and support to effectively manage these diseases (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2024).
At Federal Medical Centre, Katsina, the increasing frequency of EIDs highlights the need for assessing nurses’ preparedness. Preparedness encompasses knowledge, skills, and access to protective equipment required to manage outbreaks effectively. Despite efforts to enhance training programs, gaps in preparedness remain, exposing both nurses and patients to increased risks (Aliyu & Musa, 2023).
This study examines nurses’ preparedness in handling EIDs, identifying strengths and areas for improvement to ensure optimal response to future outbreaks.
Statement of the Problem
The rise of EIDs has placed unprecedented demands on healthcare systems, particularly in resource-limited settings. Nurses at Federal Medical Centre, Katsina, often face challenges such as inadequate training, insufficient PPE, and lack of institutional support, compromising their ability to manage EIDs effectively.
Understanding the current state of nurses’ preparedness is crucial for developing targeted interventions to address these gaps and enhance response capabilities during future outbreaks.
Objectives of the Study
1. To assess the level of preparedness of nurses in handling EIDs at Federal Medical Centre, Katsina.
2. To identify challenges faced by nurses in managing EIDs.
3. To recommend strategies for improving nurses’ preparedness for EIDs.
Research Questions
1. What is the level of preparedness of nurses in handling EIDs at Federal Medical Centre, Katsina?
2. What challenges do nurses face in managing EIDs?
3. What strategies can enhance nurses’ preparedness for future EIDs?
Research Hypotheses
1. Nurses’ preparedness for handling EIDs is inadequate.
2. Challenges such as inadequate training and resources negatively impact nurses’ preparedness.
3. Implementing targeted training and resource allocation improves nurses’ preparedness for EIDs.
Scope and Limitations of the Study
The study focuses on nurses at Federal Medical Centre, Katsina, who have been involved in managing EIDs. It excludes other healthcare professionals and EIDs managed in other facilities. Limitations include potential recall bias and the exclusion of long-term preparedness assessments.
Definitions of Terms
• Emerging Infectious Diseases (EIDs): Newly identified or re-emerging diseases that pose significant public health risks.
• Preparedness: The readiness of nurses to effectively manage EIDs, including training, resources, and institutional support.
• Challenges: Barriers that hinder nurses’ ability to respond to EIDs effectively.
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