Hepatitis B Awareness and Prevention Practices Among Caregivers in Ethiopia
Author Information
Author(s): Kasse Tsehaynew, Solomon Tebibu, Mesfin Abel, Lonsako Arega Abebe, Orkaido Okaso, Agegnehu Yalemzer, Haile Addisalem
Primary Institution: College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Arba Minch University, Arba Minch, Ethiopia
Hypothesis
What is the level of awareness and infection prevention practices regarding hepatitis B virus among informal caregivers in public hospitals in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia?
Conclusion
The study reveals inadequate awareness and practices among informal caregivers compared to national averages.
Supporting Evidence
- Only 24.9% of caregivers showed good awareness of HBV infection prevention.
- Merely 11.6% demonstrated good practices regarding HBV infection prevention.
- Caregivers' positive attitudes were linked to better awareness and practices.
- Education level significantly influenced good practices among caregivers.
Takeaway
Many caregivers in Ethiopia don't know enough about hepatitis B and how to prevent it, which is important for keeping patients safe.
Methodology
An institutional-based cross-sectional study was conducted with 422 informal caregivers using structured questionnaires.
Limitations
The cross-sectional nature of this study makes causal relationships between dependent and independent variables impossible.
Participant Demographics
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Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 20.7–29.1%
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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