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Knowledge and Compliance With Universal Precautions Among Nurses at a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital in Central India.
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Background Universal precautions are essential infection control measures aimed at preventing healthcare-associated infections and occupational exposure among healthcare workers (HCWs). However, compliance remains suboptimal, particularly in resource-limited settings. Objective The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge and compliance regarding universal precautions among the nursing staff at a tertiary care teaching hospital and identify gaps in infection control practices. Methods A hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted from March to April 2026 among 40 nurses at Government Medical College, Datia, Madhya Pradesh, India. Participants were selected using simple random sampling. Data were collected using a validated structured questionnaire assessing knowledge (15 items) and compliance (20 items on a Likert scale). Statistical analysis was performed using Jamovi, version 2.6.44 (The jamovi Project, Sydney, NSW, Australia). Results Among the 40 nurses included in the study, 31 (77.5%) were aged 24-30 years, and 24 (60.0%) had 1.5-5 years of work experience. Adequate knowledge regarding universal precautions was observed among 31 (77.5%) nurses, while five (12.5%) demonstrated very good knowledge scores. Knowledge regarding key infection control practices was high, with 40 (100%) participants aware of hand hygiene between patients and 39 (97.5%) reporting correct knowledge regarding glove use for blood collection and avoidance of needle recapping. However, 34 (85.0%) nurses correctly recognized that the primary objective of universal precautions is not limited solely to protecting HCWs, while five (12.5%) believed that such precautions were required only for infected patients. Compliance with hand hygiene practices was high, with 36-38 nurses (90.0%-95.0%) consistently adhering to recommended practices. Similarly, adherence to glove use during high-risk procedures was observed among 37-39 nurses (92.5%-97.5%). Lower compliance was observed for glove use during injections among 22 (55.0%) nurses and for apron and cap/shoe-cover use among 26-27 nurses (65.0%-67.5%). Additionally, 4 (10.0%) nurses reported non-adherence to safe needle recapping and post-exposure management practices. Conclusion Despite adequate knowledge, a notable knowledge-practice gap exists among nurses. Strengthening training, ensuring personal protective equipment (PPE) availability, and reinforcing monitoring mechanisms are essential to improve compliance and enhance infection control practices.
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