Abstract
Introduction: Preventing central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) in healthcare settings reduces morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. This study aimed to assess healthcare workers’ (HCWs) knowledge, practice, and associated factors regarding CLABSIs prevention in Addis Ababa cardiac units. Methods: From January 10 to February 10, 2024, in seven cardiac centres in Addis Ababa, we employed a hospital-based cross-sectional study design and participants were chosen by simple random sampling. Data were entered using EpiData version 3.1 and exported and analysed using SPSS version 25. Multivariable logistic regression analysis and variables with p value <.05 were considered statistically significant. Results: The magnitude of HCWs knowledge and practice towards the prevention of CLABSIs was 85.8% (95% CI: 82.38%, 89.22%) and 73.5% (95% CI: 69.17%, 77.83%), respectively. After adjusted analysis, a bachelor’s degree or higher (AOR: 2.086, 95% CI: 1.127, 3.860), participating in a peer education programme (AOR: 2.365, 95% CI: 1.274, 5.713), and training (AOR: 2.820, 95% CI: 1.392, 9.590) were factors associated with knowledge. Male sex (AOR: 2.059, 95% CI: 1.223, 3.467), more than five years of work experience (AOR: 2.073, 95% CI: 1.149, 3.739), and training (AOR: 3.857, 95% CI: 2.180, 6.826) were factors associated with practice. Conclusions: More than three-fourths and approximately three-fourths of healthcare workers in cardiac centres in Addis Ababa had good knowledge and good practice towards the prevention of CLABSIs. Healthcare professionals involved in patient care should receive ongoing, updated CLABSI prevention training integrated into professional development initiatives.
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