Knowledge of Health Care Personnel Regard to HIV and AIDS
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR) - Year 2018, Vol 3, Issue 7
Abstract
Background- Health care workers are key players in the prevention and management of blood-borne infection, including human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Methods-A total of 100 health care workers in Rjasthan were included in the study. The health care workers in primary health care were from: general practice, occupational medicine, gynecology, dentistry and laboratory were included. Results- Respondents had deficient knowledge about the modes of HIV transmission. The majority of true answers were found relating to HIV transmission by blood, sperm/vaginal secretions, and sweat. The majority of false answers were found relating to HIV transmission by saliva/tears, urine, and feces. Conclusion-The results indicated a need for educational initiatives of HIV and AIDS for medical staff.
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Ved Prakash Agrawal
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