A Study to Assess Awareness and Knowledge Regarding Surgical Site Infection In Surgery Ward Among Nursing Officers At Paras Hospital, Panchkula, Haryana
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Surgical, site, infection, surgery ward, nursing officers.Abstract
Surgical site infections present a major problem in postoperative care, inhibiting patients’ recuperation, and imposing huge pressure on healthcare systems. The main objective of the study was to assess the nurses' knowledge of SSIs and it is essential for improving patient safety, reducing healthcare costs, and combating antibiotic resistance. This study aims to identify areas for educational interventions and empower nurses to play a more significant role in preventing SSIs. A descriptive survey approach was taken with Convenient sampling technique was used to select participants for the study. the target population for the study was all Nursing Officers employed at Paras Hospital, Panchkula, Haryana. The results have revealed that the mean score wa
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