ATTITUDE AND PRACTICE OF THE PREVENTION OF CATHETER-ASSOCIATED URINARY TRACT INFECTION AMONG NURSES IN A TERTIARY HEALTH INSTITUTION, BENIN CITY, EDO STATE.

ABSTRACT

The most frequent infection linked to healthcare settings and the primary cause of secondary bloodstream infections is catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI). Antibiotic resistance rates are concerningly high, and CAUTI continues to pose a serious healthcare burden despite numerous advancements in diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. In a convenient sample of 120 nurses working in a tertiary health facility in the state of Edo, the purpose of this descriptive cross-sectional non-experimental survey was to evaluate the attitudes and practices surrounding the prevention of CAUTI. The study's theoretical framework was derived from the health promotion model. P values less than 0.05 were regarded as statistically significant. Descriptive statistics' findings indicated that nurses have a proactive mindset and follow best practices when it comes to CAUTI prevention. Nurses' years of experience and attitude toward CAUTI prevention are substantially correlated (p<0.021). Health facilities are advised to put in place thorough education and training initiatives that center on CAUTI prevention techniques, such as appropriate catheter care, hand hygiene, and infection control procedures.

Keywords:  Attitude, Practice, Catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI)