Sharps injuries among nurses and midwives in sub-Saharan Africa
Volume: 13, Issue: 1, Pages: 14 - 21
Published: Jan 2, 2019
Abstract
Background: The prevalence of blood-borne pathogens, including HIV and hepatitis B and C, remains high in sub-Saharan Africa. Nurses and midwives are therefore at high risk for occupational transmission. Aims: To examine the prevalence of sharps injuries and other work-related risks among nurses and midwives. Methods: Nurses and midwives (n=712) in sub-Saharan Africa completed an anonymous questionnaire. Generalised estimating questions were...
Paper Details
Title
Sharps injuries among nurses and midwives in sub-Saharan Africa
Published Date
Jan 2, 2019
Volume
13
Issue
1
Pages
14 - 21
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