Risk factors of healthcare-associated infection among healthcare workers in intensive care units: A multicenter cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are a major global health threat, leading to higher morbidity and mortality, longer hospital stays, and increased healthcare expenses. Intensive care units (ICUs) present a particularly high risk of developing HAIs. This study aims to examine the risk factors of HAIs among healthcare workers (HCWs) in the ICUs of selected public hospitals.

Methods

We employed a cross-sectional design using an online survey. Respondents were randomly selected from seven large public hospitals located in different areas of Riyadh, the capital city of Saudi Arabia. Data collection was conducted between November 1st to 15th, 2023. Logistic regression analysis was employed to examine previous exposure to HAIs as the response variable and selected

SUBMITTER: Alshagrawi S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11651625 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature