Anaesthetists' current practice and perceptions of aerosol-generating procedures: a mixed-methods study.

ABSTRACT: The evidence base surrounding the transmission risk of 'aerosol-generating procedures' has evolved primarily through quantification of aerosol concentrations during clinical practice. Consequently, infection prevention and control guidelines are undergoing continual reassessment. This mixed-methods study aimed to explore the perceptions of practicing anaesthetists regarding aerosol-generating procedures. An online survey was distributed to the Membership Engagement Group of the Royal College of Anaesthetists during November 2021. The survey included five clinical scenarios to identify the personal approach of respondents to precautions, their hospital's policies and the associated impact on healthcare provision. A purposive sample was selected for interviews to explore the reasoning behind

SUBMITTER: Shrimpton AJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9543704 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature